ITB 2026-06 St. Marks Fire Rescue Facility Construction

The Wakulla County Board of County Commissioners solicited bids for the design‑build construction of a new 4,967‑square‑foot fire‑rescue facility in St. Marks, Florida. The project includes a concrete foundation, steel framing, metal roofing, new HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, site work (utility connections, asphalt paving, driveway, and fence removal), and related utilities. The contract is funded by the State Division of the Fire Marshal with a total budget of roughly $1.93 million and is awarded on a fixed‑price basis to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. The award was made to Estes Home and Construction, LLC following a competitive sealed‑bid process, with a mandatory pre‑bid conference and strict “cone of silence” rules. The contractor must provide performance and payment bonds for 100 % of the contract amount, a 5 % bid bond (for bids over $250 k), and meet extensive insurance and E‑Verify requirements. The schedule mandates commencement within five days of a Notice to Proceed, substantial completion within 270 calendar days, and final completion within 300 calendar days, with liquidated damages for late completion. • Scope: new fire station building, MEP systems, site utilities, paving, and fence removal. • Funding: $1,926,172 state‑funded, no federal provisions. • Award: Single‑vendor award to Estes Home and Construction, LLC under a firm‑fixed‑price contract with performance bonds, insurance, and E‑Verify compliance.