Fiberglass pilings for navigational signage

Collier County Coastal Zone Management is soliciting bids for the procurement of fiberglass composite pilings specifically designed to support navigational markers in the county's waterways. The contract requires a vendor to supply 50 fiberglass pilings, each measuring 9 inches in diameter, 0.31 inches thick, and 20 feet in length, finished in brown. Additionally, the vendor must provide 30 couplers, each 36 inches long, for joining these pilings. All materials are to be delivered FOB to a specified address in Naples, Florida. The solicitation, identified as QQ-2026-108, was posted on March 27, 2026, with a response deadline of April 10, 2026. The point of contact for the project is Kirby Wolfe, Environmental Specialist II, who can provide further details or clarifications. Bidders must adhere to Collier County’s informal quoting instructions, which mandate electronic bid submission, compliance with licensing and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify, and fulfillment of insurance and bonding obligations. The contract will be governed under Collier County’s Purchase Order Terms and Conditions, which detail vendor responsibilities including timely delivery, inspection procedures, payment terms, warranty requirements, and indemnification provisions. These terms ensure conformity with statutory regulations and protect both parties’ interests, establishing a legally binding agreement once a bid is accepted. The project aims to enhance navigational safety through durable, high-quality pilings supplied and delivered in accordance with strict county standards.