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Refurbishment of South Yarbrough Bridge in Little Big Econ State Forest

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking qualified contractors to refurbish the South Yarbrough Bridge in the Little Big Econ State Forest. - Government Buyer: - St. Johns River Water Management District, Operations and Maintenance Office - Project Scope: - Removal and disposal of deteriorated timber bridge components and associated hardware - Surface preparation and painting of existing steel support system (five steel I-beams and cross bracing) with protective coatings that are lead-free, chromate-free, asbestos-free, and mercury-free - Installation of new pressure-treated timber framing, decking, headwalls, wingwalls, and approach slabs using District-furnished lumber - Reconstruction of timber headwall and wingwalls with geotextile fabric - Construction of two reinforced concrete approach slabs (each approx. 12 ft x 3 ft x 6 in, with No. 5 rebar) - Site restoration and cleanup after completion - Products/Services Requested: - Pressure-treated timber (District-furnished) - Protective coatings for steel structures (must meet environmental and safety standards) - Reinforced concrete and geotextile fabric for approach slabs and wall reconstruction - All labor, equipment, tools, hardware, and incidentals (except lumber) - Notable Requirements: - Field verification of bridge dimensions prior to work - Installation of barricades and signage for safety - Compliance with environmental and safety standards for all coatings and materials - Provision of warranties for materials and workmanship - No specific OEMs or proprietary products are mandated; contractors may select materials that meet the District's specifications.

Description

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking qualified contractors to perform refurbishment work on the South Yarbrough Bridge located within the Little Big Econ State Forest. The project scope includes removal and disposal of deteriorated wooden bridge components, rehabilitation of the existing metal support structure, and installation of new timber decking and structural elements. The estimated budget for the work is $40,000, and all work must be completed by August 31, 2026. There is no pre-bid meeting scheduled, and the last day for questions is July 17, 2026, with quotes due by July 24, 2026.

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