PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT FOR Usina Running Track Project-RFP-26-039

The Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) has issued a competitive solicitation to select qualified firms for the Usina Running Track Project, a construction and athletic field development initiative located in Florida. The project, identified by solicitation number RFP-14102, seeks proposals from licensed firms capable of delivering services within a contract value range of $500,000 to $2,000,000. The primary goal is to procure comprehensive track sports equipment and athletic field construction services, with the procurement process emphasizing competitive responses aligned with detailed specifications outlined in the solicitation document. The deadline for pre-bid responses is December 4, 2025, at 1:45 PM, and interested firms are instructed to access the solicitation through the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind’s purchasing portal, ensuring they review all amendments and addenda posted on the website. The solicitation, posted on October 13, 2025, emphasizes the importance of adherence to procedural guidelines and proper licensing in Florida at the time of submission. All questions related to the solicitation must be submitted via email to designated contacts, Christine Skaggs and Kim Whitwam, with only procedural inquiries answered prior to the published timeline. The project aims to enhance athletic facilities, and the selection process will follow the procedures specified in the solicitation document, ensuring transparency and competitiveness. The contract will be managed by the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, with the response deadline set for November 25, 2025, and further details available through the Florida Marketplace vendor portal.