Coastal Engineering - South Siesta Key Beach Restoration

The County of Sarasota, Florida, through its Planning and Development Services agency, is soliciting professional engineering services under solicitation number 262806MN for the South Siesta Key Beach Restoration project. This procurement will follow a Consultant’s Competitive Negotiation Act (CCNA) process and culminate in a Project Specific Agreement. The scope of work encompasses comprehensive coastal engineering tasks required to manage, maintain, and restore the County’s South Siesta Key Beach, including activities such as bathymetric and seismic surveys, sediment sampling, geotechnical studies, permitting support, environmental assessments, construction monitoring, funding application assistance, and long-term coastal profile monitoring. The project requires compliance with multiple federal and state regulatory agencies including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, FEMA, and the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM), reflecting the grant-funded nature of this contract with rigorous adherence to federal guidelines under 2 CFR Part 200. Proposers must demonstrate specialized qualifications, including possession of a Florida-registered Professional Engineer license, and experience in coastal engineering projects, permitting, and sovereign submerged lands. Preferred qualifications also include certifications in ecology, wetland science, and professional geology, along with advanced degrees related to coastal or environmental sciences. The selection process emphasizes technical merit and qualifications over price, supported by a structured evaluation framework assessing personnel capabilities, past performance, approach, and organizational resources. The County requires rigorous insurance coverage for contractors and subcontractors, strict adherence to buy American provisions, and affirmative action commitments for small and minority businesses in subcontracting. The contract’s terms include comprehensive dispute resolution procedures, waiver of jury trial rights, and governing law under the State of Florida. Proposals are due by January 15, 2026, to be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal, with required documentation including letters of interest, resumes, organizational charts, workload forms, and proof of professional licenses. The contract administration mandates compliance with grant-funded procurement terms, reporting obligations concerning telecommunications equipment, and adherence to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations. Payment details and contract value are not specified in the solicitation documents provided.