School Board of Alachua County - Security Fencing for Santa Fe High School IFB 27-10, 2026
Alachua County School DistrictSchool · Gainesville, FL- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lauren Ryan
- (352) 955-7582
The 30-second brief
The School Board of Alachua County is seeking bids for security perimeter fencing and installation services at Santa Fe High School in Alachua, FL under IFB #27-10. The project scope includes furnishing, delivering, and installing quality galvanized chain link fencing, single and double panic bar gates, and non-panic gates, along with limited site preparatory work, fencing removal and disposal, gate installation, and site clean-up. Project requirements specify 1393 linear feet of 6 ft high fence, schedule 40 tubular steel pipe posts set in 2,500 P.S.I concrete foundations, GAW chain link fabric meeting ASTM A-392, and Von Duprin panic hardware with hydraulic closers. Submissions are due by October 15, 2026, at 3:00 pm EST, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 7, 2026, at 9:00 am at Santa Fe High School, 16213 NW US 441, Alachua, FL 32615. Vendors must submit proof of E-Verify participation, a debarment form, a coercion affidavit, a Jessica Lunsford Act affirmation form, an SMBE form, a common carrier insurance waiver request or insurance certification form, Form of Proposal, questionnaire, and references.
7 single panic gates, 5 double panic gates, 1 12ft x 6ft DD non-panic gate, 2 12ft x 6ft non-panic gates, 1 6ft x 6ft non-panic gate, 2 20ft x 6ft DD non-panic gates, 1393 linear FT of 6 ft high fence
Low, responsive, and responsible Bidder meeting IFB terms, conditions and specifications, qualifications of Bidder including relevant expertise, experience, and capacity, past performance, noted exceptions or deviations from Bid specifications
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Summary
The School Board of Alachua County is seeking bids for security perimeter fencing and installation services at Santa Fe High School in Alachua, FL under IFB #27-10.
The project scope includes furnishing, delivering, and installing quality galvanized chain link fencing, single and double panic bar gates, and non-panic gates, along with limited site preparatory work, fencing removal and disposal, gate installation, and site clean-up. Project requirements specify 1393 linear feet of 6 ft high fence, schedule 40 tubular steel pipe posts set in 2,500 P.S.I concrete foundations, GAW chain link fabric meeting ASTM A-392, and Von Duprin panic hardware with hydraulic closers. Submissions are due by October 15, 2026, at 3:00 pm EST, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 7, 2026, at 9:00 am at Santa Fe High School, 16213 NW US 441, Alachua, FL 32615. Vendors must submit proof of E-Verify participation, a debarment form, a coercion affidavit, a Jessica Lunsford Act affirmation form, an SMBE form, a common carrier insurance waiver request or insurance certification form, Form of Proposal, questionnaire, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Low
- Responsive
- Responsible Bidder meeting IFB terms
- Conditions and specifications
- Qualifications of Bidder including relevant expertise
- Experience
- Capacity
- Past performance
- Noted exceptions or deviations from Bid specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- 7 single panic gates
- 5 double panic gates
- 1 12ft x 6ft DD non-panic gate
- 2 12ft x 6ft non-panic gates
- 1 6ft x 6ft non-panic gate
- 2 20ft x 6ft DD non-panic gates
- 1393 linear FT of 6 ft high fence
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bidder Acknowledgement and Acceptance Form, Submittals Checklist Form, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion – Lower Tier Covered Transactions, Affidavit Regarding the Use of Coercion for Labor and Services Form, Jessica Lunsford Act – Bidder Affirmation Form, Small/Minority Business Enterprise Form, Common Carrier Insurance Waiver Request Form, Insurance Certification Form, Attachment C – Form of Proposal and Bidder Questionnaire, References
REQUIRED STAFFING
Fence Installer, Helper
- Submit to
- School Board of Alachua County, District Office, Attn: Purchasing Department, 620 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Scope location
- Alachua, FL
- Reported agency
- School Board of Alachua County
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Alachua County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 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: School Board of Alachua County, District Office, Attn: Purchasing Department, 620 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. For questions, contact Lauren Ryan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Alachua County School 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 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 Lauren Ryan at (352) 955-7582. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Fence Installer, Helper. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 7 single panic gates, 5 double panic gates, 1 12ft x 6ft DD non-panic gate, 2 12ft x 6ft non-panic gates, 1 6ft x 6ft non-panic gate, 2 20ft x 6ft DD non-panic gates, 1393 linear FT of 6 ft high fence. 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: "Low, responsive, and responsible Bidder meeting IFB terms, conditions and specifications, qualifications of Bidder including relevant expertise, experience, and capacity, past performance, noted excep..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Alachua County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Alachua County School 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 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: Bidder Acknowledgement and Acceptance Form, Submittals Checklist Form, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion – Lower Tier Covered Transactions, Affidavit. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Alachua County School 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: Alachua, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.