Bid Results and Anticipated Award BDC26-25/26 John D. MacArthur Beach – Drain-field Repairs

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection, through its Bureau of Design and Construction, solicited formal, competitive, sealed bids for the replacement of the existing septic drainfield at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park under solicitation number BDC26-25/26. The bid opening occurred on June 23, 2026, at 3:30 PM ET, with Speedy Rooter, Inc. submitting the lowest and only timely bid of $99,250.00, making them the anticipated awardee. All bidders were required to meet mandatory pass/fail criteria, including possession of a valid state contractor license, submission of a biennial prequalification letter from FDEP’s Bureau of Design and Construction, or alternatively, current state contractor registration and corporate charter documentation. An acknowledged signature on Addendum No. One was mandatory, and failure to include it could result in bid rejection. The project requires full labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and permitting to comply with the specifications and drawings detailed in the Project Manual. Performance is limited to Florida, and all work must adhere to applicable green building standards under Executive Order 07-126 and Florida Statute 255.252(3). The contractor must use the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system to confirm employment eligibility for all personnel, including subcontractors, working on-site. The Department of Environmental Protection also encourages subcontracting opportunities that reflect the cultural and demographic diversity of Florida’s population. ADA requirements mandate equal access and effective communication for individuals with disabilities regarding bid documents and opening proceedings. All bids are subject to the state’s terms and conditions, and any supplemental terms submitted by bidders are void. The contracting office, located in Tallahassee, is managed by Logan Lee-Marple, with project oversight handled by Jim McGuire and park coordination by Brendon Kerkela. Bid submissions were to be delivered to the designated address no later than the deadline, with hand deliveries accepted at the Carr Building Welcome Desk. Requests for accommodations due to disability required a five-business-day notice. The solicitation documents, including the Project Manual and drawings, were available upon request via email. The bid posting period ran from July 27 to July 30, 2026, following the award determination.