Little Big Econ State Forest - Demetree Road Repairs - Project No. 12200Road24

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the purchase of 784 tons of rip rap rock to support repairs on Demetree Road within Little Big Econ State Forest in Geneva, Florida. The rip rap is essential for the Florida Forestry Service’s efforts to prevent erosion and washouts of forest culverts during heavy rainfall, thereby maintaining the integrity of forest infrastructure. The solicitation, identified as Project No. 12200Road24 with the number ITB-09912, was posted on August 7, 2024, with a response deadline of August 22, 2024. The contract is expected to range between $30,000 and $70,000, and interested vendors can contact Brittany Harvey via email or phone for further details. The procurement process emphasizes competitive bidding to ensure the Department secures quality materials at favorable terms. In addition to this primary solicitation, several related documents and addenda provide updates and clarifications for other projects and proposals within the Department’s scope. One addendum modifies a Florida Department of Transportation rail corridor project to include the installation of insulated joints, requiring acknowledgment by October 2, 2024. Another addendum addresses questions about online benefits and performance management services, clarifying scope and technical support details. Furthermore, site maps and measurements for Indian Lake and Ross Prairie State Forests are included, detailing parking and trailhead layouts to assist in site development or maintenance planning. Overall, these documents reflect the Department’s ongoing efforts to manage infrastructure, environmental, and service projects across various state forests and transportation initiatives.