Polk County - Circle B Bar Floating Dock Construction - CQ 26-353 (2026)
Polk CountyCounty · Bartow, FL- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Duration
- 4 months
- Primary contact
- Jason Flucker-Williams
- (863) 534-6757
The 30-second brief
Polk County is soliciting construction quotes for CQ 26-353, Circle B Bar Floating Dock, located at 3905 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland, FL 33831. The project involves providing all labor, material, permitting, and supervision for the construction of an ADA-compliant floating dock with gangway, including main dock, gangway, railing, and composite decking adjustment. Key assets and components include a U-shaped floating dock, aluminum substructure, marine-grade fasteners, flotation shells, anchorage system, and piling roller guides. The estimated project cost is $165,000, with a completion time of 120 calendar days from the notice to proceed. A mandatory pre-quote meeting and site visit is scheduled for November 4, 2026. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026, prior to 2:00 p.m., with questions due by November 6, 2026. Required vendor qualifications include a valid State of Florida Certified Building Contractor (CBC), General Contractor (GC), or Marine Contractor (SCC) license.
ADA-compliant floating dock, Main dock, Gangway, Railing, Composite decking adjustment
Price, Contractor's evaluation - quality of performance on previous projects, Ability capacity equipment and skill, Time specified without delay, Character integrity reputation experience and efficiency, Previous and existing compliance with laws, Financial resources, Quality availability and adaptability of suppliers, Ability to provide future maintenance and service
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Summary
Polk County is soliciting construction quotes for CQ 26-353, Circle B Bar Floating Dock, located at 3905 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland, FL 33831.
The project involves providing all labor, material, permitting, and supervision for the construction of an ADA-compliant floating dock with gangway, including main dock, gangway, railing, and composite decking adjustment. Key assets and components include a U-shaped floating dock, aluminum substructure, marine-grade fasteners, flotation shells, anchorage system, and piling roller guides. The estimated project cost is $165,000, with a completion time of 120 calendar days from the notice to proceed. A mandatory pre-quote meeting and site visit is scheduled for November 4, 2026. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026, prior to 2:00 p.m., with questions due by November 6, 2026. Required vendor qualifications include a valid State of Florida Certified Building Contractor (CBC), General Contractor (GC), or Marine Contractor (SCC) license.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Price
- Contractor's evaluation - quality of performance on previous projects
- Ability capacity equipment and skill
- Time specified without delay
- Character integrity reputation experience and efficiency
- Previous and existing compliance with laws
- Financial resources
- Quality availability and adaptability of suppliers
- Ability to provide future maintenance and service
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- ADA-compliant floating dock
- Main dock
- Gangway
- Railing
- Composite decking adjustment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- W-9
- Bidders Incorporation Information
- Quote Sheet
- Affidavit Certification Immigration Laws
- E-Verify Certification
- Addendum Acknowledgment
- Submit to
- Polk County Procurement Division, 330 West Church Street, Room 150, Bartow, Florida 33830 or electronically via Kiteworks
- Scope location
- Lakeland, FL
- Projected sq ft
- 2,025 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Polk County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 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: Polk County Procurement Division, 330 West Church Street, Room 150, Bartow, Florida 33830 or electronically via Kiteworks. For questions, contact Jason Flucker-Williams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Polk 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 Bid 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 Jason Flucker-Williams at (863) 534-6757. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: ADA-compliant floating dock, Main dock, Gangway, Railing, Composite decking adjustment. 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: "Price, Contractor's evaluation - quality of performance on previous projects, Ability capacity equipment and skill, Time specified without delay, Character integrity reputation experience and efficien..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Polk County?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: W-9, Bidders Incorporation Information, Quote Sheet, Affidavit Certification Immigration Laws, E-Verify Certification, Addendum Acknowledgment. Review the full document from Polk 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: Lakeland, FL. The total projected area is 2025 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.