Bridge #105504 W. Columbus Dr over Hillsborough River Fender Rehabilitation

Hillsborough County's Public Works division is seeking a qualified contractor to undertake a comprehensive rehabilitation of the fender system on a historic swing bridge that is 98 years old. The project involves a detailed scope of work including phased disassembly and reconstruction of the fender system to ensure the ongoing protection of the bridge’s structure, particularly around the pivot pier. Additional tasks encompass temporary traffic management for pedestrians, vehicles, and waterway traffic, verification of utility locations, installation of temporary electrical power, and the removal and reinstallation of navigation lights and clearance gauges. The project also requires the removal of existing fender wales, wrapping of pile clusters, and the removal and installation of an access bridge, all while maintaining structural integrity and safety standards. The total estimated cost for this project is approximately $1,323,165, with a specific goal of 0% participation from Disadvantaged Minority and Women Business Enterprises (DM/DWBE) as subcontractors. The solicitation for this project was posted on August 28, 2024, with a response deadline of October 4, 2024. It is classified under NAICS code 333924, which pertains to industrial process furnace and oven manufacturing, indicating the specialized nature of the work involved. The contract is managed by Hillsborough County, Florida, and is open to qualified bidders through a formal bidding process. Interested parties can access further details and submit their responses via the DemandStar platform.