School Board of Alachua County Site Work Contractor Services Annual Contract - IFB 26-24
Alachua County School DistrictSchool · Gainesville, FL- Due
- Feb 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Purchasing Department
- (352) 955-7582
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Summary
The School Board of Alachua County (SBAC) seeks bids for site work contractor services on an annual contract basis to support educational facilities, including 44 schools and centers, 9 ancillary sites, and approximately 325 portable buildings.
Work includes clearing, grubbing, excavating, demolishing, back-filling, soil compacting, grading, leveling, preparing land for construction, reshaping swales, leveling land for erosion control, installing storm water drainage pipes and catch basins, spreading subsoil, topsoil, sod, fill-dirt, gravel, and sand, stripping topsoil, hauling debris, and repairing asphalt paved parking lots. The contract term is approximately two years from April 01, 2026, through March 31, 2028, with two optional one-year renewal periods. Estimated annual expenditure is approximately $87,000.00. Bids are due by February 04, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Submission requires delivery to the District Administration Building in Gainesville, FL. Bidders must hold a General Contractor (CG) and/or Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor (CM) license or Earthwork and Paving Contractor's License, maintain a service dispatch facility within contiguous counties, and meet insurance, debarment, E-Verify, and Jessica Lunsford Act background screening requirements.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- 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
- Jessica Lunsford Act – Bidder Affirmation Form
- Small/Minority Business Enterprise Form
- Insurance Certification Form
- Attachment C – Form of Proposal
- Questionnaire
- References
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- School Board of Alachua County, District Administration Building, Attn: Purchasing Department, 620 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Gainesville, 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 February 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: School Board of Alachua County, District Administration Building, Attn: Purchasing Department, 620 East University Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601. For questions, contact Purchasing Department.
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 Purchasing Department 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: Equipment Operator, General Laborer, Working Foreman. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County School District?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. 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: Gainesville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.