Manatee County Palm Aire Landscape Enhancements IFB 26-R090767TC 2026
Manatee CountyCounty · Bradenton, FL- Due
- Aug 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Thomas Couchois Jr
- (941) 749-3043
The 30-second brief
Manatee County is soliciting bids for landscape and irrigation enhancements for the Palm Aire Community along Whitfield Ave. Bids are due by August 25, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. ET.
As-built drawings, Irrigation watering schedule, Automatic controller keys, Special tools
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, local preference, environmental sustainability initiative
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Summary
Manatee County is soliciting bids for landscape and irrigation enhancements for the Palm Aire Community along Whitfield Ave. Bids are due by August 25, 2026, at 11:30 A.M. ET.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
- Local preference
- Environmental sustainability initiative
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- As-built drawings
- Irrigation watering schedule
- Automatic controller keys
- Special tools
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Acknowledgement of Addenda
- Bidder’s Signature Form
- Public Contracting and Environmental Crimes Certification
- Insurance Requirements and Insurance Statement
- Conflict of Interest Affidavit
- Drug Free Workplace Certification
- Scrutinized Company Certification
- Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit
- Pricing Form
- Submit to
- Manatee County 9000 Town Center Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34202
- Scope location
- Palm Aire, FL
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Manatee County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 25, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Manatee County 9000 Town Center Parkway, Lakewood Ranch, Florida 34202. For questions, contact Thomas Couchois Jr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Manatee County in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Thomas Couchois Jr at (941) 749-3043. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: As-built drawings, Irrigation watering schedule, Automatic controller keys, Special tools. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, local preference, environmental sustainability initiative" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Manatee County?
All active and historical solicitations from Manatee County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Manatee County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Acknowledgement of Addenda, Bidder’s Signature Form, Public Contracting and Environmental Crimes Certification, Insurance Requirements and Insurance Statement, Conflict of Interest Affidavit, Drug Fre. Review the full document from Manatee County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palm Aire, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.