Sanibel Fire and Rescue District ITB 25-001 Construction of Fire Station No. 171
Sanibel Fire & Rescue DistrictFire District · Sanibel, FL- Due
- Jan 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 29, 2025
- Duration
- 18 months
- Primary contact
- Kevin Barbot
The 30-second brief
Sanibel Fire and Rescue District (SFRD) is requesting bids from qualified individuals/firms for the demolition and construction of a new Fire Station No. 171. The project involves demolishing the existing facility and constructing a new two-story building to current coastal design standards. The new station will incorporate existing apparatus bays and serve as the operational core. The first floor will house firefighter living quarters and support spaces, while the second floor will provide public meeting space and command personnel living quarters. The project is funded in whole or in part with Community Development Block Grant Disaster Funds (CDBG-DR).
Bid Bond, Certificate of Insurance, Addendum Acknowledgement Forms, Completed Bid Bond Form, Completed reference forms, Completed Section 3 certifications and plan, Completed Section 3 Worker Self-Certification Form, Completed Section 3 Business Concern Certification Form
Responsiveness, responsibility, qualifications, cost
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Summary
Sanibel Fire and Rescue District (SFRD) is requesting bids from qualified individuals/firms for the demolition and construction of a new Fire Station No. 171.
The project involves demolishing the existing facility and constructing a new two-story building to current coastal design standards. The new station will incorporate existing apparatus bays and serve as the operational core. The first floor will house firefighter living quarters and support spaces, while the second floor will provide public meeting space and command personnel living quarters. The project is funded in whole or in part with Community Development Block Grant Disaster Funds (CDBG-DR).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Responsiveness
- Responsibility
- Qualifications
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Bid Bond
- Certificate of Insurance
- Addendum Acknowledgement Forms
- Completed Bid Bond Form
- Completed reference forms
- Completed Section 3 certifications and plan
- Completed Section 3 Worker Self-Certification Form
- Completed Section 3 Business Concern Certification Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Bond Form
- Reference Form
- Section 3 Certifications
- Section 3 Plan
- Section 3 Worker Self-Certification Form
- Section 3 Business Concern Certification Form
- Scope location
- Sanibel, Florida
- Reported agency
- Sanibel Fire and Rescue District
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Sanibel Fire & Rescue District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 30, 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. For questions, contact Kevin Barbot.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Sanibel Fire & Rescue District 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 ITB 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 Kevin Barbot. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Bond, Certificate of Insurance, Addendum Acknowledgement Forms, Completed Bid Bond Form, Completed reference forms, Completed Section 3 certifications and plan, Completed Section 3 Worker Self-Certification Form, Completed Section 3 Business Concern Certification Form. 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: "Responsiveness, responsibility, qualifications, cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sanibel Fire & Rescue District?
All active and historical solicitations from Sanibel Fire & Rescue District are tracked and searchable. As a fire district agency, Sanibel Fire & Rescue District 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 18 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Bid Bond Form, Reference Form, Section 3 Certifications, Section 3 Plan, Section 3 Worker Self-Certification Form, Section 3 Business Concern Certification Form. Review the full document from Sanibel Fire & Rescue District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sanibel, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.