How to bid on the North Beach RO Concentrate Pipeline and Marine Outfall for St. Johns County, FL

What St. Johns County, FL is buying

St. Johns County, Florida, is seeking bids for the construction of the North Beach Reverse Osmosis (RO) Concentrate Pipeline and Marine Outfall. This project is located at 415 Nineteenth Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084.

The work includes commercial diving services. Bidders or their subcontractors must employ commercial divers trained and qualified according to OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart T (Commercial Diving Operations).

The County is securing permits from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) for industrial wastewater discharge and an Environmental Resource Permit/Exemption, as well as a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Permit. The awarded bidder will be responsible for obtaining the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater Construction Generic Permit (CGP) and any other necessary permits.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) was published on July 21, 2026. The deadline for submitting your bid is August 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.

Late submissions will not be accepted. Ensure you allow enough time to complete your submission through the DemandStar platform before the deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with expertise in pipeline installation and marine outfall projects. Given the requirement for commercial diving services, firms with in-house diving capabilities or established partnerships with qualified commercial diving subcontractors are well-suited.

Vendors should have experience with projects requiring multiple environmental permits and be prepared to secure the NPDES Stormwater Construction Generic Permit (CGP) and other necessary permits.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation details, locate the original source on DemandStar. You can review the scope of work, the agency's bid number (SB-3005-0-2026/DF), and the due date directly on that page without needing to sign in.

To download the complete bid documents and submit your response, you will need to register for a free DemandStar vendor account. Once registered, you can proceed with preparing and submitting your bid before the August 26, 2026 deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all bid documents to understand the full scope of work, technical specifications, and any specific requirements for materials or construction methods. Pay close attention to the permitting responsibilities outlined in the solicitation.

Ensure that your proposed team, including any subcontractors for commercial diving, meets all specified qualifications and certifications, especially regarding OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart T. Provide clear evidence of these qualifications in your bid.

Develop a detailed project schedule that demonstrates your ability to complete the work efficiently while adhering to all environmental regulations and permit requirements. Clearly outline your plan for obtaining the NPDES Stormwater Construction Generic Permit (CGP) and any other necessary permits.

Prepare a comprehensive cost proposal that accurately reflects all labor, materials, equipment, and permitting costs. Double-check all calculations to avoid errors, as this is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) where price is a significant factor.