Taylor County Fire - Station 7 Design-Build Improvement Project RFP 2026
Taylor CountyCounty · Taylor County, FL- Due
- Jul 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dan Cassel
- (850) 838-3522
The 30-second brief
Taylor County is soliciting proposals for the design and construction of Fire Station 7 in Steinhatchee, FL. The project is funded by a $1,500,000 state appropriation and proposals are due by July 29, 2026.
Resumes for key personnel, Organizational charts, Five completed project descriptions, Bid bond, Certificates of liability insurance, Project approach narrative, Preliminary schedule
Qualifications of project Design/Builder Firm/Team, Relevant experience with similar facilities, Relevant Design-Build experience in Florida, Past performance with respect to construction and budget management, Understanding of local design and construction costs
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Summary
Taylor County is soliciting proposals for the design and construction of Fire Station 7 in Steinhatchee, FL. The project is funded by a $1,500,000 state appropriation and proposals are due by July 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications of project Design/Builder Firm/Team
- Relevant experience with similar facilities
- Relevant Design-Build experience in Florida
- Past performance with respect to construction and budget management
- Understanding of local design and construction costs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Resumes for key personnel
- Organizational charts
- Five completed project descriptions
- Bid bond
- Certificates of liability insurance
- Project approach narrative
- Preliminary schedule
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Public Entity Crimes Affidavit
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Truth In Negotiation Certification
- Hold Harmless Release and Indemnity Agreement
- Bid Bond
- Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
- Scope location
- Steinhatchee, FL
- Reported agency
- Taylor County Board of County Commissioners
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Taylor County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 29, 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 Dan Cassel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Taylor County 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 RFP 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 Dan Cassel at (850) 838-3522. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Resumes for key personnel, Organizational charts, Five completed project descriptions, Bid bond, Certificates of liability insurance, Project approach narrative, Preliminary schedule. 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: "Qualifications of project Design/Builder Firm/Team, Relevant experience with similar facilities, Relevant Design-Build experience in Florida, Past performance with respect to construction and budget m..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Taylor County?
All active and historical solicitations from Taylor County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Taylor County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Public Entity Crimes Affidavit, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Truth In Negotiation Certification, Hold Harmless Release and Indemnity Agreement, Bid Bond, Performance Bond, Payment Bond. Review the full document from Taylor County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Steinhatchee, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.