Active SLED Opportunity · FLORIDA · SARASOTA COUNTY
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Sarasota County seeks quotes for supplying and installing one aluminum gable roof carport (30x20x10 ft) with 14-gauge framing. Quotes must be under $50,000. Submission requires references, licenses, insurance, and adherence to communication rules. Award to lowest responsive bidder.
Sarasota County is requesting quotes from bidders to provide and install one (1) gable roof carport structure measuring 30 feet (W) x 20 feet (L) x 10 feet (H), consisting of minimum 14-gauge steel framing with aluminum roof and wall panes. See included Quote Quote Requirements document for additional details.
Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder providing the lowest total bid price. DO NOT submit a quote of more than $50,000. In the event no responsive and responsible quotes are received under the quote threshold, the County may elect to cancel this Quick Quote and re-solicit using another procurement method.
Please use the See What Changed link to view all the changes made by this addendum.
Bidders must use the Reference Form provided to submit references meeting the requirements specified in the solicitation. Only references provided using this form will be used to verify qualifications have been met. Bidders who fail to complete and upload the provided reference form with their submittal may be found non-responsive.
License and Certification requirements are specified in the bid. License(s) must be active at time of bid opening. Certifications must be achieved prior to bid opening. Bidders who fail to submit proof of required licenses or certifications may be found non- responsive.
All bidders responding to Sarasota County solicitations must agree to contact only the Procurement contact designated in OpenGov regarding any active solicitation.
By Confirming this below, bidder acknowledges the restrictions regarding contact with County staff and agrees to have no contact or communication with, or discuss any matter related in any way to any active Sarasota County solicitation, with any Sarasota County employees, elected officials, officers, their appointees or their agents other than the designated Procurement contact, and to abide by the restrictions outlined in the General Terms and Conditions of Solicitations and Purchase Orders. Bidders who fail to adhere to this requirement may be deemed non-responsible.
If so, please remember to attach the insurance requirements in the attachments section
Please remember to complete all sections and attach in the attachments section
Q (2026-QQ-689 Foxworthy Al Installation): Has the county purchased or had a contract on this type of Building before? If so whom was the mfg/supplier I would assume you want consistency on all these buildigns in the county.
A: The County has procured similar structures in the past; however, this solicitation is not tied to a specific manufacturer or supplier. Bidders shall provide products that meet or exceed the specifications outlined in this solicitation.
Q (Foundations,Bld Pad): Due to the fact that the GC has to have the pad/foundation/building Engineered - Is there a soils report that can be used for said engineering of the foundations?
A: No soils report is available. Contractor shall be responsible for verifying site conditions and designing the anchoring system as required to meet manufacturer specifications, Florida Building Code requirements, and permitting. Refer to Addendum No. 1 for revisions to the installation requirements
Q (Site Visit): What is the procedure and contact info for a site visit? Want to preview the existing site/grading/elevations/ etc...
A: The site is open to the public and may be visited at any time. No scheduling is required. All questions shall be submitted through OpenGov. Refer to Addendum No. 1 for revisions to the Specifications.
Q (Materials question): the specs call for Aluminum gable roof carport structure - then the term of 14 ga framing is used and that is steel nomenclature. The questions are as follows: 1) Is the frame to be steel or Aluminium? 2) What is meant by the term center section design in the scope? 3) What is the method of securing to ground? Concrete foundation design? Anchor to the earth through the 4" base material per Spec?
A: 1) The structure shall consist of minimum 14-gauge steel framing with aluminum roof and wall panels. 2) Center section design refers to a standard gable roof configuration with the peak centered along the length of the structure. 3) The structure shall be installed directly on existing grade. Contractor shall be responsible for the design and installation of all anchoring systems required to secure the structure in accordance with manufacturer specifications, Florida Building Code requirements, and permitting. Refer to Addendum No. 1 for revisions to the Specifications.
Q (2026-QQ-689 – Site Visit Inquiry): Hi Ms. Stabler, I am preparing a bid for the Foxworthy Campus Aluminum Carport Installation (2026-QQ-689) and wanted to ask if site access is available for a brief visit to review existing conditions. Please let me know if there are any requirements or if a specific time should be coordinated. Additionally, I would appreciate clarification on the following items: Whether any specific anchoring or foundation method is required beyond the prepared aggregate base pad described in the specifications Whether stamped engineered drawings are required at the time of bid submission or after award for permitting Thank you for your time and assistance. Best regards, Lukasz Lachman Lachman Corp 941-952-8008 info@lachmancorp.com
A: The site is open to the public and may be visited at any time. No scheduling is required. Anchoring/Foundation: Please refer to Addendum No. 1. The requirement for an aggregate base pad has been removed. The structure shall be installed directly on existing grade, and the Contractor is responsible for the design and installation of all anchoring systems in accordance with manufacturer specifications, Florida Building Code requirements, and permitting. Engineered Drawings: Stamped engineered drawings are not required at the time of bid submittal. The successful Bidder shall be responsible for providing all site-specific engineered drawings required for permitting after award.
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