Michigan Avenue Utility Improvement Project

The City of Fort Myers is seeking qualified contractors to replace aging utility infrastructure along the Michigan Avenue corridor (Seaboard St. to Veronica S. Shoemaker Blvd.). The scope includes complete removal and replacement of sanitary sewer, water mains, storm‑drain conveyance, a drainage bridge culvert, as well as reconstruction of streets and sidewalks. Work will be performed under a construction contract awarded after a public bid opening, with all submittals submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal. The project is funded by the City and will be managed through a third‑party construction‑project‑management platform. Key dates: pre‑proposal meeting Oct 6 2026 (non‑mandatory), questions due Oct 13 2026, bid submission Oct 26 2026, anticipated award Nov 16 2026. • Location: Michigan Avenue, Fort Myers, FL (Lee County) • Scope: full utility replacement (sewer, water, storm‑drain), bridge culvert, street/sidewalk reconstruction • Contract type: Invitation for Bid (ITB) • Mandatory qualifications: standard construction insurance, bonding, MBE/Local preference compliance • Submission: electronic via OpenGov; response validity 180 days • Evaluation criteria: responsiveness, responsibility, qualifications, price • Award anticipated after City Council approval.