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How to bid on CEI Services for a Hurricane Safe Room with the City of Jacksonville, FL
What the City of Jacksonville is buying
The City of Jacksonville, Florida, is looking for consultants to provide Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services. This project involves building a First Responder Hurricane Safe Room and Generator Facility that meets FEMA standards. The safe room will support first responders during hurricanes.
Your firm would be responsible for design-phase constructability reviews, managing the construction contract, providing full-time inspections, and coordinating material sampling and testing. The goal is to ensure all construction follows approved plans, City standards, FEMA guidance, and all relevant federal, state, and local requirements.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Proposals are due by August 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
A non-mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on July 21, 2026, via Microsoft Teams. While not required, attending can provide valuable context and allow you to ask questions.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for qualified construction engineering and inspection consultants. Firms with experience in construction administration, full-time site inspections, and coordinating materials testing, especially for FEMA-compliant facilities or similar public safety infrastructure, will find this relevant.
The project falls under the construction category, specifically for professional design services related to infrastructure and facility development.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents and respond, you need to use the City of Jacksonville’s Oracle procurement portal. First, locate the negotiation on the portal. You can view the summary, lines, and listed documents publicly.
To download documents or submit your proposal, you will need to register a free supplier account on the Oracle portal. Ensure your submission is completed before the August 13, 2026, 10:00 AM ET deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly detail your firm's experience with similar projects, particularly those involving FEMA compliance or critical infrastructure. Highlight your team's qualifications in construction engineering, inspection, and contract administration.
Pay close attention to all requirements outlined in the solicitation, including any specific standards or guidelines mentioned, such as FEMA P-361. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the project scope and the City's objectives for the safe room facility.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Jacksonville, FL; the original posting controls.