University of Florida Horse Training Unit Stallion Horse Barn - FY27-ITB-002 (2026)
University Of FloridaHigher Ed · Gainesville, FL- Due
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mike Loudis
- (352) 294-1154
The 30-second brief
The University of Florida is seeking bids for the construction of a new IFAS Horse Training Unit Horse Barn located at 1934 SW 63rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608. The project involves building a new 48 ft x 78 ft horse barn including concrete, masonry, gable ends, perimeter edge metal above CMU, and stubbing out electrical and plumbing 5 feet outside the perimeter. Additional scope includes providing a finished floor elevation (FFE = 75.50), installing a 17 ft x 18 ft ADA parking space, sanitary connections into an existing septic line, and connecting new domestic water (3" DCW). Bids require base pricing for the barn plus four individual alternates for steel stall doors and windows, bathroom finish-out, electrical work, and PEMB construction. A mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for September 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the site, with submissions due by October 7, 2026.
Build a new 48' x 78' horse barn, Concrete, Masonry, Gable ends, Perimeter edge metal above CMU, Electrical and plumbing stub-outs, FFE = 75.50 floor elevation, 17' x 18' ADA parking space, Sanitary connections to existing septic, Domestic water connection, Alternate 1 – steel stall doors and windows, Alternate 2 – finish out bathroom, Potable water and sanitary line connections, Alternate 3 – all electrical work, Alternate 4 – all pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) construction
Lowest base-bid price meeting technical specifications
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Summary
The University of Florida is seeking bids for the construction of a new IFAS Horse Training Unit Horse Barn located at 1934 SW 63rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608.
The project involves building a new 48 ft x 78 ft horse barn including concrete, masonry, gable ends, perimeter edge metal above CMU, and stubbing out electrical and plumbing 5 feet outside the perimeter. Additional scope includes providing a finished floor elevation (FFE = 75.50), installing a 17 ft x 18 ft ADA parking space, sanitary connections into an existing septic line, and connecting new domestic water (3" DCW). Bids require base pricing for the barn plus four individual alternates for steel stall doors and windows, bathroom finish-out, electrical work, and PEMB construction. A mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for September 14, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the site, with submissions due by October 7, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest base-bid price meeting technical specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- Build a new 48' x 78' horse barn
- Concrete
- Masonry
- Gable ends
- Perimeter edge metal above CMU
- Electrical and plumbing stub-outs
- FFE = 75.50 floor elevation
- 17' x 18' ADA parking space
- Sanitary connections to existing septic
- Domestic water connection
- Alternate 1 – steel stall doors and windows
- Alternate 2 – finish out bathroom
- Potable water and sanitary line connections
- Alternate 3 – all electrical work
- Alternate 4 – all pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) construction
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Certificate of corporate status from the Florida Department of State
- Evidence of satisfactory performance on three similar projects
- Proof of Insurance
- Trade References
- Bank References
- Surety letter verifying capability to provide performance and payment bonds
- List of subcontractors for work valued at more than $15
- 000
- Detailed technical proposal and timeframe
- Price Sheet
- Attestation of Principal Place of Business
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Gainesville, FL
- Projected sq ft
- 3,744 sq ft
- Reported agency
- University of Florida
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from University Of Florida?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 7, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Mike Loudis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including University Of Florida 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 ITB 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 Mike Loudis at (352) 294-1154. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Build a new 48' x 78' horse barn, Concrete, Masonry, Gable ends, Perimeter edge metal above CMU, Electrical and plumbing stub-outs, FFE = 75.50 floor elevation, 17' x 18' ADA parking space, Sanitary connections to existing septic, Domestic water connection, Alternate 1 – steel stall doors and window. 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: "Lowest base-bid price meeting technical specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Certificate of corporate status from the Florida Department of State, Evidence of satisfactory performance on three similar projects, Proof of Insurance, Trade References, Bank References, Surety lett. Review the full document from University Of Florida 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. The total projected area is 3744 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.