Resurfacing Pickleball Courts at Kelly Recreation Complex

The City of Lakeland Public Works Facilities Maintenance Division is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 2026-RFP-101 for the resurfacing of eight existing pickleball courts at the Kelly Recreation Complex located at 404 Imperial Boulevard in Lakeland, Florida. The scope of work requires qualified vendors to perform surface preparation, crack repairs, resurfacing, and line striping in accordance with specified standards. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of September 21, 2026, with primary contact for the project being Facilities Project Supervisor Fiorella Hall. To ensure compliance and risk mitigation, selected contractors must adhere to several legal and safety requirements. These include completing a Contractor Audit Form regarding safety records and employee training, signing a Human Trafficking Affidavit in accordance with Florida Statutes, and executing a formal Indemnification Agreement to hold the City harmless from liabilities arising from negligence or misconduct. The procurement process emphasizes strict adherence to Florida law and requires notarized documentation for all legal attestations and indemnification agreements.