Bid guide
How to bid on restroom replacement at Blue Spring State Park for Florida DEP
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking a licensed contractor to replace restrooms at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City, Florida. This project requires the contractor to provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and permitting according to the contract documents.
A key requirement is that builder's risk insurance must be included in your bid price. This is a construction project for a state park, offering an opportunity for contractors in the construction category.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting your sealed bid is Tuesday, October 6, 2026, by 3:30 PM ET. Bids must be delivered to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Design and Construction, 3800 Commonwealth Boulevard, MS #520, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399-3000. For hand delivery, use the Carr Building Welcome Desk.
The bid posting date, when results may be announced, is no later than 3:30 PM ET on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, unless the Department extends it.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for licensed contractors with experience in construction projects, particularly those involving public facilities or parks. Bidder prequalification is required. Each bidder must provide a copy of their biennial pre-qualification letter from FDEP’s Bureau of Design and Construction. If you are not pre-qualified, you must submit a current State Contractor license certification or registration and current Corporate Charter registration with your bid.
The project is located at Blue Spring State Park in Orange City, FL, making it relevant for contractors operating in that region or willing to travel there.
How to respond
To access the bid documents, they will be available for download starting Monday, August 31, 2026. You can obtain directions for downloading the Project Manual with plans by emailing [email protected].
Once you have prepared your bid, submit your sealed response to the address provided before the October 6, 2026, 3:30 PM ET deadline. Remember to include your pre-qualification letter or the required licensing and registration documents.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all bid documents and plans once you receive them. Ensure your bid fully addresses all scope of work requirements, including providing labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and permitting. Pay close attention to the requirement for builder's risk insurance to be included in your bid price.
Since bidder prequalification is mandatory, confirm your status early. If you are not pre-qualified, gather your current State Contractor license certification or registration and current Corporate Charter registration well in advance of the deadline. Double-check all calculations and ensure your submission is complete and accurate before delivery.
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 Department of Environmental Protection (DEP); the original posting controls.