Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 2026-002 Chamber of Commerce Roof Replacement

The City of Okeechobee, Florida, is soliciting proposals under RFP No. 2026-002 for the replacement of the roof at the Chamber of Commerce located at 55 S Parrott Avenue, Okeechobee, FL. The scope of work requires a qualified contractor to remove existing roofing tiles and install new clay roofing tiles. The project must commence within 60 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and be completed within 60 calendar days thereafter. All workmanship and materials must be guaranteed free from construction defects for at least one year. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST and must be submitted in a sealed envelope containing one original, six copies, and one electronic copy on a flash drive. Evaluation factors include unit price bidding, years in business, employee counts, and a history of completed tile roof projects. For contracts valued at $200,000 or more, a 5% bid security and a 100% payment and performance bond are required. Additionally, contractors must comply with Florida Statutes regarding E-Verify registration and provide various sworn affidavits, including certifications regarding public entity crimes, anti-collusion, and scrutinized company status. Local vendor preference may be granted to businesses with a physical office within the City of Okeechobee or Okeechobee County limits.