TM Goodwin Viewing Tower Repairs Project

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has issued Invitation to Bid FWC 25/26-33C for the TM Goodwin Viewing Tower Repairs Project, which involves the removal and replacement of damaged components of the viewing tower in Brevard, Florida. The project requires strict adherence to specifications, construction plans, and permitting requirements, with a focus on completing work safely, promptly, and in compliance with Florida Statutes Chapter 255 and relevant federal and state construction standards, including OSHA, NEC, and ASTM. The procurement process mandates vendor registration in the MyFloridaMarketPlace system and SunBiz prior to bid submission. Interested bidders must attend a mandatory pre-bid conference and submit bids by January 16, 2026, with the contract award anticipated by January 23, 2026. Bids will be evaluated on a lowest-price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis, where bidders must meet minimum standards of financial health, relevant experience, bonding, insurance, and documentation completeness. Diversity among subcontractors is encouraged, and subcontractor minority status reporting is required. The contract terms impose comprehensive responsibilities on the contractor, including submission of detailed schedules, strict execution of construction activities, and compliance with regulatory and quality standards. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the project site, with the contractor responsible for scheduling, coordination, and correction of deficiencies at no cost to the owner. Special contractual provisions cover confidentiality, security clearances, employment eligibility verification via E-Verify, and limitations on lobbying activities. Contractors must employ Florida residents where possible and use Florida-manufactured lumber when available. The contract includes detailed procedural exhibits covering bonds, change orders, performance evaluation, and minority subcontractor reporting. Bids must be submitted in sealed hard-copy form mailed to the Commission’s Tallahassee office; electronic submissions are not accepted. The scope includes all materials, labor, insurance, and certifications necessary for completion, with stringent prohibition on certain hazardous materials and adherence to domestic preference policies if federal funds are involved. Overall, the contract emphasizes compliance, transparency, and accountability throughout the construction and administrative phases.