Opportunity

St Pete Beach Civicplus #122

St. Pete Beach Rebuilds Merry Pier Bait Shack: Design, Permitting, and Construction Services Sought

Posted

July 08, 2026

Respond By

August 05, 2026

Identifier

122

NAICS

238190, 238990

The City of St. Pete Beach, Florida, is seeking qualified contractors to design, permit, and rebuild the Merry Pier Bait Shack, which was damaged by hurricanes. - Government Buyer: - City of St. Pete Beach, Procurement Manager: John Taylor - Scope of Work: - Complete engineering and environmental analysis to inform design - Prepare detailed plans and specifications for city approval - Obtain all required environmental, coastal, and construction permits - Execute construction activities including: - Selective demolition - Replacement of 2 exterior doors - Replacement of 3 floor joists with hurricane clips and fasteners - Flooring replacement with flood-resistant covering - Electrical upgrades (re-routing circuits above flood level) - Plumbing repairs and new pump installation for bait tanks - Exterior painting - Roof soffit repair or replacement - Siding and trim replacement - Installation of hurricane impact windows - Notable Requirements: - Maximum repair cost capped at $105,000 to comply with FEMA's 50% rule - 5-year warranty on workmanship and materials - Project completion required within 90 calendar days from start - Construction must begin within 30 business days of Notice to Proceed - Contractors must implement environmental protection measures (erosion control, sediment management, wildlife protection) - Detailed project schedule with milestones required in bid - No specific OEMs or product brands are specified; opportunity is open to qualified construction firms with relevant experience.

Description

The City of St. Pete Beach is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to provide design, permitting, and construction services for the repair and restoration of the Merry Pier Bait Shack. The project includes obtaining all necessary permits and executing construction activities in accordance with approved designs and industry standards. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via Bonfire by the deadline. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled to provide additional information to prospective bidders.

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