Discovery Science Center- Stair Fabrication and Installation
| Location: | Florida |
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| Posted: | Oct 9, 2026 |
| Due: | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Agency: | City of Ocala |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | ITB FAC/270024 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
Main
Agency
City of Ocala
City of Ocala
Status
Active
Active
Fiscal Year
2027
2027
Type
Invitation to Bid
Invitation to Bid
Department
Purchasing
Purchasing
Online Submissions
No
No
Project Estimate
Piggyback Solicitation
No
No
Insurance Required
No
No
Bid Bond Required
No
No
Bid Bond Amount
Performance Bond Required
No
No
Performance Bond Amount
Construction Bond Required
No
No
Construction Bond Amount
Scope of Services
ITB FAC/270024 Discovery Science Center- Stair Fabrication and Installation MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING:
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00
Discovery Science Center
701 NE Sanchez Avenue
Ocala, FL 34470
Any vendor who is more than 10 minutes late for the mandatory pre-bid meeting will be disqualified from bidding. Please arrive no later than 10:00 AM.
Scope of Work: BACKGROUND The City of Ocala requires the services of an experienced contractor to remove the existing exterior stair assembly and provide, fabricate, and install a new hot-dip galvanized steel stair system, including landings, guardrails, handrails, and all anchorage, at the Discovery Science Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL 34470.
EXPERIENCE AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS 1. Licensing Requirement: Bidder must possess a valid General Contractor’s License in the State of Florida to submit a bid for this project.
2. Experience Requirement: Bidder must possess five (5) years’ experience in providing fabrication or installation of exterior metal stair systems.
PERMIT REQUIREMENTS Permits Required: Contractor will be responsible for obtaining permits at no additional cost to the City:
• Building
• All applicable permits pertaining to the scope of work/project Construction Permit Applications: For construction permits and related documents, please visit: https://www.ocalafl.org/government/city-departments-a-h/growth-management/building/construction-permits
CONSTRUCTION TIMEFRAME 1. Construction Time: The contract time to Substantial Completion is 30 calendar days. The contract time to Final Completion is 14 calendar days after Substantial Completion. Contractor agrees, as a condition for submitting a bid, that this project will be completed in the time agreed upon between the City and the Contractor. The Contractor agrees to commence work on the date specified in a written “Notice to Proceed” by the City. Such “Notice to Proceed” will be issued at the pre-construction conference. The Contractor must be able to mobilize and begin construction no later than 5 calendar days after notification and complete the project by the time limit specified in the “Notice to Proceed.” At no time will the Contractor be allowed to lag behind. 2. Lead Time: The maximum acceptable lead time on materials is two (2) weeks. The City shall issue a Notice to Proceed (NTP) upon notification of receipt of materials by Contractor
ITB FAC/270024 Discovery Science Center- Stair Fabrication and Installation MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING:
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00
Discovery Science Center
701 NE Sanchez Avenue
Ocala, FL 34470
Any vendor who is more than 10 minutes late for the mandatory pre-bid meeting will be disqualified from bidding. Please arrive no later than 10:00 AM.
Scope of Work: BACKGROUND The City of Ocala requires the services of an experienced contractor to remove the existing exterior stair assembly and provide, fabricate, and install a new hot-dip galvanized steel stair system, including landings, guardrails, handrails, and all anchorage, at the Discovery Science Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave, Ocala, FL 34470.
EXPERIENCE AND LICENSING REQUIREMENTS 1. Licensing Requirement: Bidder must possess a valid General Contractor’s License in the State of Florida to submit a bid for this project.
2. Experience Requirement: Bidder must possess five (5) years’ experience in providing fabrication or installation of exterior metal stair systems.
PERMIT REQUIREMENTS Permits Required: Contractor will be responsible for obtaining permits at no additional cost to the City:
• Building
• All applicable permits pertaining to the scope of work/project Construction Permit Applications: For construction permits and related documents, please visit: https://www.ocalafl.org/government/city-departments-a-h/growth-management/building/construction-permits
CONSTRUCTION TIMEFRAME 1. Construction Time: The contract time to Substantial Completion is 30 calendar days. The contract time to Final Completion is 14 calendar days after Substantial Completion. Contractor agrees, as a condition for submitting a bid, that this project will be completed in the time agreed upon between the City and the Contractor. The Contractor agrees to commence work on the date specified in a written “Notice to Proceed” by the City. Such “Notice to Proceed” will be issued at the pre-construction conference. The Contractor must be able to mobilize and begin construction no later than 5 calendar days after notification and complete the project by the time limit specified in the “Notice to Proceed.” At no time will the Contractor be allowed to lag behind. 2. Lead Time: The maximum acceptable lead time on materials is two (2) weeks. The City shall issue a Notice to Proceed (NTP) upon notification of receipt of materials by Contractor
Dates(All times are listed as
EST
)
Broadcast Date
10/9/2026 12:00 PM EST
10/9/2026 12:00 PM EST
Question End Date
Sample Due Date
Due Date
11/4/2026 2:00 PM EST
11/4/2026 2:00 PM EST
Bid Opening Date
Question End Date Reminder Notification
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0 Day(s)
Sample Due Date Reminder Notification
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0 Day(s)
Due Date Reminder Notification
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0 Day(s)
Pre-Bid Meetings
Total: 1
(All times are listed as
EST
)
| Date | Time | Mandatory | Location |
| 10/19/2026 | 10:00 AM | Yes |
MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING:
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 10:00 Discovery Science Center 701 NE Sanchez Avenue Ocala, FL 34470 Any vendor who is more than 10 minutes late for the mandatory pre-bid meeting will be disqualified from bidding. Please arrive no later than 10:00 AM. |
Shortlist Meeting
Total: 0
(All times are listed as
EST
)
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Documents
Total: 5
Commodity Codes
Total: 4
| Code | Description |
| [914-84] | Trade Services, Construction (Not Otherwise Classified) |
| [340-24] | Fire Escapes and Fire Exit Devices |
| [912-20] | Construction, Fire Protection (Includes Fire Escapes) |
| [570-40] | Ornamental Ironwork |
Publications
Total: 0
| Publication | Date |
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