Sanibel Bridge Fender System Repairs

The Lee County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a qualified contractor to repair, rehabilitate, replace, and restore the existing bridge fender system and related marine structural components on the Sanibel Bridge. The work includes timber and composite fender components, prestressed concrete piles, pile head repairs, catwalk systems, navigation lighting, clearance gauges, handrails, and other associated appurtenances. Bids must be submitted electronically via Ion Wave or hand‑delivered by the deadline, and a non‑mandatory pre‑bid meeting will be held on August 17, 2026. • Scope: Full repair/replacement of bridge fender system and ancillary marine structures. • Location: Sanibel Bridge, Lee County, Florida (Fort Myers procurement office). • Contract type: Invitation to Bid (sealed competitive bidding). • Submission deadline: 2:30 PM ET, 16 Sep 2026; questions due by 5:00 PM ET, 1 Sep 2026. • Required attachments: Bid schedule, Sunbiz registration, insurance, various compliance affidavits, E‑Verify proof, etc. • Pre‑bid meeting (non‑mandatory): 9 AM, 17 Aug 2026, at Lee County Procurement Management office. • Contractor must be registered in SAM.gov and comply with Florida E‑Verify and anti‑human‑trafficking statutes. • Project likely involves heavy civil construction, marine structural work, and coordination with county utilities.