Opportunity
My Florida Marketplace #FWC 26/27-21C
FWC Seeks Marine Contractor for Manatee Protection Waterway Marker Project in Indian River County
Posted
August 20, 2026
Respond By
September 21, 2026
Identifier
FWC 26/27-21C
NAICS
237990
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking a qualified marine construction contractor for the Indian River County Waterway Marker Project. - Scope of Work: - Repair, install, remove, or replace a total of 133 regulatory waterway markers for manatee protection zones across the Indian River and Sebastian Rivers - Includes in-water installation of new 1-pile and 2-pile markers, removal and reinstallation of existing markers, and other repairs as detailed in the Work Plan and Standard Technical Specifications - Contractor Requirements: - Must be a certified general or specialty marine contractor - Must provide performance and payment bonds at 110% of the bid value - Must be registered in MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP) and SunBiz prior to bid opening - Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with Florida statutes and project specifications - Liquidated damages of $2,500 per calendar day for delays beyond substantial completion - Non-mandatory site visit available; drone use at the project site is prohibited - Encouragement of participation from minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or named vendors are identified; the project is classified under marine construction services (UNSPSC 72141200)
Description
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking competitive pricing for a contractor to repair, install, remove, and reinstall a total of 133 regulatory waterway markers to post manatee protection zones within Indian River County, Florida. The work must be performed in accordance with the plans and specifications provided. Bidders must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace system and with SunBiz prior to the bid opening. Electronic copies of construction plans and associated documents are available upon request by submitting a Confidentiality Exemption Form.