Chassahowitzka WMA Road Maintenance

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is issuing an Invitation to Bid for road maintenance within the Chassahowitzka Wildlife Management Area, seeking competitive pricing on services billed per 0.5-mile segments. The contract aims to maintain approximately 27.44 miles of roads, with work to be performed during specified hours and in accordance with detailed specifications. Bidders must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace and SunBiz systems prior to bid submission, which is due by August 26, 2025. The procurement emphasizes a lowest-price, responsible, and responsive bid evaluation process, with potential reference checks and interviews if necessary. The awarded contract will be a purchase order with a performance period starting upon issuance, and all work must meet quality standards set by the FWC, including inspection and acceptance at the destination. The contract incorporates numerous federal and state regulations by reference, including labor standards, debarment and suspension rules, energy policies, and requirements related to the American Rescue Plan Act. Bidders are required to complete various certifications and attestations, such as foreign country of concern, anti-boycott, coercion, and forced labor forms, which are critical for eligibility. The scope of work involves providing all equipment and labor for road grading and compacting, with prices quoted per 0.5-mile segment, and the Commission reserving the right to adjust the mileage as needed. Payment is contingent upon proper invoicing, which must include detailed descriptions, weights, and supporting documentation, and be submitted electronically to the designated Contract Manager. Delivery is F.O.B. destination, with strict adherence to the schedule and packaging instructions, and all shipments must be properly labeled with purchase order details. The contract emphasizes security, personnel qualifications, flow-down clauses for subcontractors, and compliance with federal and state requirements, ensuring that all aspects of performance, certification, and documentation align with the specified legal and procedural standards.