CEI services for Waterway Debris Collection and Removal / NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection Grant

The City of Fort Myers is soliciting Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) services for the Waterway Debris Collection and Removal project, which is funded by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Emergency Watershed Protection Grant. The scope of work involves inspecting activities such as minor clearing, debris and sediment removal from canals and waterways, bank repair of eroded areas, the installation of geotextiles and articulated concrete block mats, and vegetative restoration. Inspection intensity will range from periodic to continuous depending on the complexity of the work, with all reporting and documentation managed via Procore. This professional services agreement is procured under the Consultants Competitive Negotiation Act and requires a multi-phase selection process involving a selection committee and City Council approval. Due to the federal funding source, the selected consultant must adhere to strict compliance standards, including the Davis-Bacon Act for labor standards, the Build America Buy America domestic content requirements, and various non-discrimination mandates. Key administrative requirements include a ten-year records retention period, the submission of a Truth in Negotiation Certificate, and adherence to WCAG 2.1 Level AA for electronic deliverables. Submittals for this solicitation, identified as RSQ 26-096, are due by October 29, 2026.