Taylor County - Steinhatchee Commercial Seafood Facility Planning and Feasibility Study Project - 2026
Taylor CountyCounty · Taylor County, FL- Due
- Aug 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Melody Cox
- (850) 371-0377
The 30-second brief
Taylor County is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from professional firms to provide planning and feasibility study services for the Steinhatchee Commercial Seafood Facility Project in Taylor County, Florida. The project involves pre-study and planning activities, stakeholder meetings, environmental assessments, dredge quantity assessment, traffic and tide action assessments, bathymetric surveys, wetland delineations, economic development and capital costs analysis, conceptual site plan development, and a final feasibility study. Submission deadline is August 14, 2026 at 4:00 pm local time. The project is funded through a Florida Commerce Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF) grant.
Understanding of Services to be Provided (20), Qualifications of Firm and Personnel assigned to the project (20), Relevant Firm Experience with commercial seafood projects (25), References on Recent Projects (10), Technical Approach and Availability to meet project deliverables timely (15), WBE/DEB/MBE and Veteran Participation (10)
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Summary
Taylor County is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from professional firms to provide planning and feasibility study services for the Steinhatchee Commercial Seafood Facility Project in Taylor County, Florida.
The project involves pre-study and planning activities, stakeholder meetings, environmental assessments, dredge quantity assessment, traffic and tide action assessments, bathymetric surveys, wetland delineations, economic development and capital costs analysis, conceptual site plan development, and a final feasibility study. Submission deadline is August 14, 2026 at 4:00 pm local time. The project is funded through a Florida Commerce Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF) grant.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Understanding of Services to be Provided (20), Qualifications of Firm and Personnel assigned to the project (20), Relevant Firm Experience with commercial seafood projects (25), References on Recent Projects (10), Technical Approach and Availability to meet project deliverables timely (15), WBE/DEB/MBE and Veteran Participation (10)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Statement of Qualifications
- Certificate of Liability Insurance or Agent Statement
- Declaration Page from Workers' Compensation Insurance or Exemption Certificate
- Public Entity Crimes Affidavit
- E-Verify certification
- Hold Harmless
- Release and Indemnity Agreement
- Submit to
- Clerk of Court, 1st Floor Courthouse, 108 North Jefferson Street, Perry, FL 32347
- Scope location
- Taylor County, FL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Taylor County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Clerk of Court, 1st Floor Courthouse, 108 North Jefferson Street, Perry, FL 32347. For questions, contact Melody Cox.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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 RFQ 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 Melody Cox at (850) 371-0377. 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: "Understanding of Services to be Provided (20), Qualifications of Firm and Personnel assigned to the project (20), Relevant Firm Experience with commercial seafood projects (25), References on Recent P..." 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 RFQ?
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: Statement of Qualifications, Certificate of Liability Insurance or Agent Statement, Declaration Page from Workers' Compensation Insurance or Exemption Certificate, Public Entity Crimes Affidavit, E-Ve. 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: Taylor County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.