St. Johns River Water Management District Mechanical Vegetation Management with Operator RFSOQ 2026
St. Johns River Water Management DistrictUtility District · Palatka, FL- Due
- Sep 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Breanna Pierce
The 30-second brief
The St. Johns River Water Management District requests statements of qualifications to establish a prequalified contractor pool for mechanical vegetation mulching services. The initial contract term is three years with an aggregate budget of $1,500,000. Work includes cutting and mulching vegetation within designated areas, leaving specified trees, and evenly distributing mulch across the work area in Putnam County. Work orders will be issued on an as-needed basis and competitively quoted among prequalified contractors. Evaluation criteria include quoted amount, equipment availability, performance timeframes, equipment resources, and past performance.
Quoted amount, equipment availability, ability to perform within required timeframes, equipment resources, past performance
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Summary
The St.
Johns River Water Management District requests statements of qualifications to establish a prequalified contractor pool for mechanical vegetation mulching services. The initial contract term is three years with an aggregate budget of $1,500,000. Work includes cutting and mulching vegetation within designated areas, leaving specified trees, and evenly distributing mulch across the work area in Putnam County. Work orders will be issued on an as-needed basis and competitively quoted among prequalified contractors. Evaluation criteria include quoted amount, equipment availability, performance timeframes, equipment resources, and past performance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Quoted amount
- Equipment availability
- Ability to perform within required timeframes
- Equipment resources
- Past performance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Addendum 1
- 42184-2 Mechanical Vegetation Management w/ Operator
- Evaluation Committee Meeting Notice
- Submit to
- https://www.demandstar.com/app/limited/bids/546647/details
- Scope location
- Putnam County, FL
Questions about this RFSOQ
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from St. Johns River Water Management District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.demandstar.com/app/limited/bids/546647/details. For questions, contact Breanna Pierce.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
Most government agencies, including St. Johns River Water Management 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 RFSOQ 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 Breanna Pierce. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Quoted amount, equipment availability, ability to perform within required timeframes, equipment resources, past performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from St. Johns River Water Management District?
All active and historical solicitations from St. Johns River Water Management District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, St. Johns River Water Management 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFSOQ?
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: Addendum 1, 42184-2 Mechanical Vegetation Management w/ Operator, Evaluation Committee Meeting Notice. Review the full document from St. Johns River Water Management 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: Putnam County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.