Bid guide

How to bid on Outfall Ditch ROW Cleaning and Maintenance for Jacksonville, FL

City of Jacksonville, FL FLCloses September 17, 2026

What the City of Jacksonville is buying

The City of Jacksonville, Florida, is looking for construction bids for cleaning and maintaining outfall ditch rights-of-way in the north area. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in facilities maintenance and construction services to work with the city.

Key dates and deadlines

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) was published on August 19, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on August 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET at 609 Saint Johns Bluff Road North, Jacksonville, Florida. All bids must be submitted by September 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Missing the pre-bid meeting will disqualify your bid.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms and facilities maintenance companies with experience in ditch cleaning, right-of-way maintenance, and similar outdoor infrastructure projects. Firms with a strong track record in public works or environmental maintenance will find this relevant.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full documents and respond, you need to go to the City of Jacksonville's Oracle procurement portal. You can view the negotiation's public abstract directly. Review the summary, lines, and listed documents on the portal. If you only see an abstracts list, search for negotiation number 18116-26. To download documents or submit a response, you must register a free supplier account on the Oracle portal and submit your bid before the deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Attend the mandatory pre-bid meeting to understand the scope and ask any questions directly. Pay close attention to all specifications and requirements outlined in the bid documents, especially regarding the scope of work for ditch cleaning and maintenance. Ensure your bid clearly demonstrates your firm's experience with similar projects and your capacity to perform the work in the specified north area. Double-check all submission requirements and deadlines to avoid disqualification.

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.

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This 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.