Kent Jensen is a Purchasing Coordinator. Kent is associated with 24 contracts. Activity spans Libraries and Archives, Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction, and Landscaping Services.
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Solicitation PD 26-27.003 is an Invitation to Bid issued by the Escambia County Office of Purchasing for the CDBG-DR HS020 New Century Community Shelter Project Phase 2. The project aims to increase disaster resilience in the Town of Century following significant damage from Hurricane Sally and a previous EF-3 tornado. The scope of work involves the renovation of an existing gymnasium building and the construction of a new building addition to create a multi-purpose emergency shelter and youth sports facility. The facility is classified as a nonseparated Group A-3 Assembly occupancy with Group B Business spaces, utilizing Type II-B construction with full sprinkler systems. Total project costs are not to exceed 10,015,000.00 dollars.
The contract duration is 240 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed to Substantial Completion, with an additional 30 days for punch-list completion. Award determination is at the sole discretion of Escambia County Administration, based on cost-effectiveness and the responsiveness and responsibility of the firm. Key requirements include compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, HUD Section 3 requirements, and the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Bidders must provide a bid bond or certified check for 5 percent of the total offer and submit financial stability evidence, such as a Dun and Bradstreet report. Invoicing is managed through the Commerce Subrecipient Enterprise Resource Application system, with payments adhering to the Local Government Prompt Payment Act of Florida.
FloridaFL,
USA
NAICS
236220
Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Solicitation PD 25-26.116, issued by Escambia County on September 15, 2026, seeks bids for the replacement of east-facing second-floor storefront window glazing at the Matt Bell and Ordon's Orvis buildings in Downtown Pensacola, Florida. The scope of work involves furnishing and installing energy-efficient glass for six panels at the Matt Bell building and three rectangular panels at the Ordon's Orvis building. Contractors are required to preserve and reuse existing window frames whenever practicable and must match the existing tint, color, reflectivity, transparency, style, and design. All installations must be weather-tight and comply with the Florida Building Code, as well as standards for wind loads, safety, and structural performance.
The award will be based primarily on the total offer, with delivery time serving as a secondary factor. Bidders must submit their proposals through the OpenGov e-procurement portal by October 6, 2026, including a bid bond for 5 percent of the total offer and various certifications such as the Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit and E-Verify registration. Required insurance includes general liability with limits of 2 million dollars per occurrence and 4 million dollars annual aggregate. The project is managed by Purchasing Coordinator Kent Jensen, and contractors must provide product data, shop drawings, and glass samples for approval prior to procurement.
Escambia County is soliciting bids for the ECAT Bus Shelter Manufacturing Project (PD 25-26.110), part of a long-term recovery effort following Hurricane Sally. Funded through the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program and the Florida Department of Commerce, the project involves the manufacture and delivery of 91 pre-manufactured, ADA-compatible bus shelters for Escambia County Area Transit. These shelters must include solar-powered lighting and advertising space. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none total basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Delivery is required in four lots of approximately 25 units each, with the first shipment due by November 30, 2026, and subsequent shipments every 30 days.
The project is subject to strict federal and state regulations, including HUD Section 3 requirements to provide economic opportunities for low- and very low-income persons, Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage standards, and OSHA safety regulations. Bidders must provide proof of SAM registration, a Florida Certificate of Authority to do Business, and various certifications regarding human trafficking and entity crimes. Successful contractors must provide payment and performance bonds within 10 working days of contract receipt. While the specific solicitation pricing is to be quoted by vendors, the overarching Subrecipient Agreement for the resilient streetscape program indicates a funding cap of 5 million dollars.
Escambia County is soliciting sealed bids under solicitation number PD 25-26.096 for the construction of the Myrtle Grove Fire Station 11 located at 7209 Lillian Highway in Pensacola, Florida. The project involves the demolition of the existing facility and the construction of a new approximately 12,780-square-foot, three-bay essential facility. This initiative aims to restore a permanent fire-rescue presence in the Myrtle Grove community to improve emergency response times, enhance firefighter safety, and increase system resiliency in one of the county's most densely populated areas. The scope of work includes site clearing, earthwork, and the installation of critical systems such as automatic fire sprinklers, fire alarms, high-efficiency HVAC with dehumidification, and emergency standby power generation.
Qualified licensed contractors must submit their bids via the OpenGov e-procurement portal by September 25, 2026, at 10:00 am, with a deadline for questions set for September 8, 2026. The contract requires strict adherence to federal, state, and local codes, including ADA, OSHA, and NFPA standards. Bidders must provide bid security and are subject to evaluation based on their stability and lack of conflict of interest. Required insurance includes general liability with limits of at least 2,000,000 dollars per occurrence and 4,000,000 dollars annual aggregate. Additionally, offerors must submit a Sworn Statement on Public Entity Crimes and comply with Florida's Public Records Act. The county reserves the right to purchase additional quantities for up to 180 days from the date of the offer.
FloridaFL,
USA
NAICS
236220
Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
Escambia County is soliciting bids for the construction of the Alger Road bridge replacement and the Jefferson Avenue pipe culvert rehabilitation in the town of Century, Florida. This project is funded through the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program as part of the long-term recovery efforts following Hurricane Sally. The total project funding is capped at 2,862,137.00 dollars. The scope of work requires a qualified contractor to provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to execute the 100 percent design plans, which include specific technical requirements for helical piles and adherence to FDOT and AASHTO standards. The project will be administered by a consultant in cooperation with the county to ensure completion on budget and on time.
The contract is subject to stringent federal and state regulations, including HUD Section 3 compliance to provide economic opportunities for low-income residents and the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wage payments. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract price and utilize the OpenGov e-procurement portal for all submissions. The period of performance allows for 365 consecutive calendar days from substantial completion to final completion. Environmental compliance is managed through various permits and exemptions from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Award decisions will be made on an all-or-none total basis, considering bidder and subcontractor qualifications.
The Perdido Landfill South Pond Improvements solicitation, identified by PD 25-26.106, seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive earthwork and drainage system upgrades at a stormwater retention pond designed to capture runoff from the south and eastern portions of the landfill. The scope of work includes full demolition of existing sand layers and drainage piping, installation of new HDPE underdrain piping with a permeability exceeding 1 × 10⁻³ cm/sec, placement of a permeable sand infiltration layer, topsoil and sod installation, and re-establishment of outlet protection systems. All work must comply with OSHA standards, Florida state laws, Escambia County ordinances, and ADA requirements. The contractor is responsible for supplying all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision, and must deliver a final survey and As-Built documentation in CAD, digital PDF, and one hard copy. A one-year warranty on all materials and labor is required, and pollution liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million annual aggregate must be maintained through the Florida statute of repose.
The contract is structured around a lump sum pricing model with line items covering mobilization, erosion control, surveying, demolition, pond grading, underdrain installation, topsoil and sod, and outlet protection restoration, though no bid values are disclosed in the public document. Bids must be submitted electronically through Escambia County’s OpenGov portal by the August 26, 2026 deadline, and must include certifications of business authority in Florida, FEIN, IRS Form W-9, and evidence of compliance with E-Verify, anti-human trafficking laws, and prohibitions against doing business with scrutinized entities. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating Escambia County be named as an additional insured, with 30-day cancellation notice provisions and umbrella policies capable of dropping down to primary coverage. The award will go to the most responsible and responsive bidder with the lowest price, though the county retains discretion to select based on best interest, considering experience, safety compliance, warranty terms, and delivery timelines. Substantial completion is required within 90 days of Notice to Proceed, with a total performance period of 120 calendar days, subject to liquidated damages of $1,685 per day for delay. Preconstruction conferences are mandatory, and any proposed equivalent materials must be supported by full technical documentation for county approval.
This contract, identified as Monroe Ave Drainage Improvements - CDBG-DR HS005 under solicitation number PD 25-26.063, is a federally funded infrastructure project within Escambia County, Florida, aimed at enhancing stormwater drainage and roadway resilience following the devastation of Hurricane Sally. The project leverages $113 million in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds allocated to Florida for long-term recovery, with this specific effort costing up to $26,396,768.00 and encompassing comprehensive drainage upgrades, culvert replacement, roadway reconstruction, and associated engineering services. Work includes surface preparation for Concrete Canvas overlays, removal and replacement of a double 36-inch arch pipe culvert with a cast-in-place box culvert, milling and resurfacing of pavement, installation of curb and gutter, and re-grading of ditch slopes to meet clear zone standards—all designed to comply with current hurricane and local building codes and environmental requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act. The contract demands full adherence to federal and state regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, the Buy America Act for domestic materials, and strict compliance with environmental, labor, civil rights, and anti-discrimination statutes, including Title VI, the ADA, and Section 504, with required staffing for a designated Section 504/ADA Coordinator.
All bidders must be registered in the System for Award Management with an active Unique Entity Identifier, certified as not debarred or suspended, and must submit required documentation including a current W-9, Certificate of Authority from Florida SunBiz, Section 3 Business Application and Implementation Plan, and an Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit. Proposals must include firm unit prices covering all packing, handling, shipping, and delivery within Escambia County and must be submitted as a single electronic file through the OpenGov portal by June 29, 2026. The contract mandates 100% performance and payment bonds, comprehensive insurance coverage including general liability with $2 million per occurrence limits and completed operations coverage lasting until the Florida statute of repose expires, and compliance with Florida Trench Safety Act. Performance is monitored through monthly invoicing via Commerce’s SERA system with supporting documentation, and contractors are obligated to maintain project records for six years after final payment. The award will be made on an all-or-none total basis to the most advantageous responsive and responsible bidder, evaluated on
The contract involves the demolition of an existing single-family home located at 2905 Buddys Lane, followed by the construction of a new single-family residence according to specified plans and design criteria. The solicitation, identified as PD 25-26.065, was posted on April 23, 2026, and responses are due by May 22, 2026. This project is managed by the Purchasing office under the Florida agency, specifically within Escambia County, with the point of contact being Kent Jensen, the Purchasing Coordinator.
The scope covers all necessary activities related to the safe and compliant removal of the current structure as well as the complete build-out of the replacement home. The contract does not specify a set-aside type or NAICS code and is intended to ensure a seamless transition from demolition to new construction at the same site. The place of performance is within Florida, and interested parties can access further details and submit proposals through the provided online procurement portal.
FloridaFL,
USA
NAICS
236115
New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
The Escambia County Water Quality Laboratory (ECWQL), based in Pensacola, Florida, is seeking analytical services through a solicitation titled "Escambia County Landfill Analytical Services." The contract requires a Florida-certified laboratory that operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Additionally, the selected lab must be able to respond to emergency calls within one hour of notification by ECWQL, ensuring rapid support when urgent testing is necessary. The solicitation was posted on February 9, 2026, with a response deadline set for March 12, 2026.
This opportunity is managed by the Purchasing department of Escambia County, with the primary point of contact being Kent Jensen, the Purchasing Coordinator. The contract pertains to services performed within Florida, with the office address located in Pensacola, and the solicitation can be accessed through the county’s procurement portal. The emphasis is on timely, reliable, and certified laboratory services to support water quality monitoring and landfill-related analytical needs.
Escambia County Parks and Recreation Department is seeking quotes for the rental and servicing of portable toilets at multiple park locations throughout Escambia County, Florida. The contract is intended to cover a short-term period of approximately two months, continuing on a monthly basis until a new, separate contract is awarded through a future solicitation. The parks involved are specified in an attached list with detailed addresses. This solicitation aims to ensure the availability and maintenance of portable restroom facilities to accommodate visitors' needs during this interim period.
The solicitation, identified as Portable Toilets 1-28-26, was posted on January 30, 2026, and responses are due by February 9, 2026. The contracting authority is part of the State and Local Government (SLED) organization, specifically the Parks and Recreation department based in Pensacola, Florida. Key contacts for this solicitation include Adam Reed, Deputy Director, and Kent Jensen, Purchasing Coordinator, who are available for inquiries. This solicitation does not specify any set-aside requirements or NAICS classification, and all related documents and submission details are accessible through the designated online procurement portal.
