Umbrella Shelter Replacement Shelters

The Lakeland Area Mass Transit District (LAMTD) has issued a solicitation, titled "Umbrella Shelter Replacement Shelters" (solicitation number 26-019), seeking sealed proposals for the procurement and installation of bus shelters in the Lakeland, Florida area. The solicitation was posted on April 15, 2026, with a response deadline of June 10, 2026. The procurement is managed through the Maintenance, Fleet, Facilities, and IT agency within Florida, with key contacts including Wayne Crosby, Lead Facilities Maintenance, and Ady Mala, Procurement Specialist. Interested vendors are expected to submit proposals electronically through the specified procurement portal. This contract primarily focuses on replacement shelters for bus stops, aimed at enhancing public transportation infrastructure within the District. While the description and metadata underscore the replacement of bus shelters, related documents linked to the solicitation number 26-019 predominantly pertain to various public works projects, including sidewalk construction and pavement patching in nearby regions such as Santa Rosa County and Charles County. These documents provide context on contract management practices, bidding instructions, timeline expectations, and compliance requirements that may be aligned with LAMTD’s solicitation process. Such documents also detail contractual terms like timelines for completion, progress payments, adherence to specifications, and bid submission procedures, reflecting the administrative and legal framework likely applicable to the bus shelter replacement contract. Vendors responding should be prepared to comply with typical public sector procurement standards including sealed bids, timely submission, and relevant certifications. The project’s scope is intended to improve the accessibility and comfort of transit riders by replacing existing shelters with updated, durable structures that meet the District’s operational and safety standards.