Sanibel Fire and Rescue ITB 25-001 Fire Station No. 171 Demolition and Construction 2025
Sanibel Fire & Rescue DistrictFire District · Sanibel, FL- Due
- Jan 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 29, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kevin Barbot
- (239) 533-2315
The 30-second brief
The Sanibel Fire and Rescue District (SFRD) is soliciting bids for ITB No. 25-001 regarding the demolition and construction of Fire Station No. 171 located at 2351 Palm Ridge Road in Lee County, Florida. The scope of work includes the partial demolition of the existing station and construction of a new two-story, elevated essential facility designed for hurricane-prone coastal environments. The project is funded by CDBG-DR funds and requires compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act and HUD Section 3 requirements. Bidders must be licensed in Florida and have completed at least one fire station of similar scope within the last five years. Sealed bids are due by 2:30 PM EST on January 30, 2026, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for January 12, 2026. A 5% bid bond is required, and the total contract term is approximately 555 calendar days to final completion.
Signed Bid, Bid Bond, Estimated Pricing, Certificate of Insurance, Addendum Acknowledgement
Lowest total bid price from responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
The Sanibel Fire and Rescue District (SFRD) is soliciting bids for ITB No. 25-001 regarding the demolition and construction of Fire Station No. 171 located at 2351 Palm Ridge Road in Lee County, Florida.
The scope of work includes the partial demolition of the existing station and construction of a new two-story, elevated essential facility designed for hurricane-prone coastal environments. The project is funded by CDBG-DR funds and requires compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act and HUD Section 3 requirements. Bidders must be licensed in Florida and have completed at least one fire station of similar scope within the last five years. Sealed bids are due by 2:30 PM EST on January 30, 2026, with a pre-bid meeting scheduled for January 12, 2026. A 5% bid bond is required, and the total contract term is approximately 555 calendar days to final completion.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total bid price from responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Signed Bid
- Bid Bond
- Estimated Pricing
- Certificate of Insurance
- Addendum Acknowledgement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Architectural Plans
- Specification Books
- Reference Forms
- Section 3 Certifications
- Submit to
- 2351 Palm Ridge Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957
- Duration
- 18 months
- Scope location
- Sanibel, FL
- Reported agency
- Sanibel Fire and Rescue District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid 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. Submissions should be delivered to: 2351 Palm Ridge Rd, Sanibel, FL 33957. For questions, contact Kevin Barbot.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Kevin Barbot at (239) 533-2315. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Signed Bid, Bid Bond, Estimated Pricing, Certificate of Insurance, Addendum Acknowledgement. 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 total bid price from responsive and responsible bidder" 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Architectural Plans, Specification Books, Reference Forms, Section 3 Certifications. 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, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.