970 E Main Street-Demolition Project

The City of Bartow Community Redevelopment Agency is seeking a licensed demolition contractor to fully demolish a 15,360‑sq‑ft commercial building at 970 E Main St., Bartow, FL, and to install a privacy screen with artwork. The contractor must supply all labor, equipment, permits, disposal, and transportation, and must manage traffic control and safety compliance. The project budget is capped at $100,000 and must be completed within 46 calendar days. Bidders must submit a sealed bid through the City’s OpenGov e‑procurement portal by the deadline, and may attend a non‑mandatory site walk on October 2. Key requirements include OSHA compliance, hazardous material handling (asbestos), and submission of extensive certifications and forms. • Demolition of an existing 15,360 sq ft commercial structure (≈3.04 acres site) • Provision of all labor, supervision, equipment, permits, disposal, and transportation • Subcontracting of privacy‑screen branding and artwork installation • Compliance with OSHA, Florida asbestos and toxic‑substance regulations, trench‑safety act, and traffic‑control standards • Mandatory submission of numerous certifications (e‑Verify, non‑collusion, bond, safety, etc.) • Budget ceiling: $100,000; project duration: 46 days • Bid submission via OpenGov by 2:00 pm on October 21, 2026; pre‑bid site walk on October 2 (non‑mandatory)