Bob Sikes Fishing Pier South - Construction - RESTORE and DH017 - Re-Solicit

Solicitation PD 25-26.107 outlines the construction and rehabilitation of the Bob Sikes Fishing Pier in Pensacola Beach, Florida. The project focuses on restoring the structural integrity of the pier through comprehensive substructure repairs, including the repair of piles, caps, and framing elements, and the implementation of cathodic protection systems to mitigate corrosion. Additionally, the project includes ADA upgrades, lighting improvements, and handrail enhancements to ensure public safety and accessibility. The work is supported by a total approved budget of 3,713,090 dollars, consisting of a 2,750,000 dollar federal award from the Office of Gulf Coast Restoration and a 963,090 dollar grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The project is governed by federal and state regulations, including compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and the Davis-Bacon Act. Environmental authorizations have been secured, including a regulatory exemption from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and a Nationwide Permit reverification from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the repair of 15 pilings. The project period for the federal award runs from January 30, 2026, through November 30, 2027. Responses to the solicitation are due by October 2, 2026, and the project is managed by the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners.