Professional Architectural Services for the Historic M.C. Frost House

The requested architectural services encompass a comprehensive historic restoration of the Frost House, a distinguished example of the Mediterranean Revival style and a significant architectural landmark from the city’s 1920s development era. Our goal is rooted in respect for the building’s original character, craftsmanship, and materials, ensuring that all restoration and rehabilitation efforts align with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.

As part of this scope, the selected consultant must provide all necessary services to prepare a complete Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) Application for submission to the Broward County Historic Preservation Board and support the City throughout the approval process. Prior to the completion of any drawings, the consultant must perform a thorough on-site field condition assessment to document existing conditions, verify dimensions, and identify any deterioration or issues that may affect the restoration approach. This includes compiling required documentation, drawings, narratives, and any ancillary materials needed to secure the Board’s authorization for the proposed restoration work.

Additionally, the consultant must identify, research, and assist the City in pursuing available grant opportunities related to historic preservation and restoration. This includes providing guidance on eligibility, preparing application materials, and supporting the full process of submitting and obtaining grant funding for the project.

The Frost House is notable for its textured stucco walls, red clay tile roofs, arched openings, wrought-iron balconies, and finely detailed wood and masonry craftsmanship. The two-story residence—with its complex roofline, sweeping L-shaped veranda, and harmonious blend of indoor and outdoor spaces—exemplifies the period’s architectural refinement. Accompanied by a masonry privacy wall and a two-story garage apartment, the property retains exceptional integrity in both form and materials.

Background

Constructed in 1924, Martin C. Frost house at 400 South Federal Highway stands as one of Dania Beach’s most distinguished examples of mediterranean Revival architecture. Built by local contractor Edgar S. Tubbs, the residence was developed within the Dania Heights subdivision-an initiative of Martin C. Frost, one of Florida’s most influential tomato growers and civic leaders of the early twentieth century. The property reflects the optimism and architectural exuberance of South Florida’s 1920s land boom and remains among the city’s best-preserved historic buildings along Federal Highway. Its scale, craftsmanship, and stylistic character exemplify the region’s early vision of progress and prestige.

Martin C. Frost (1886–1965) played a pivotal role in shaping the agricultural and civic landscape of early Dania Beach. After establishing the state’s largest tomato-growing enterprise through his partnership with M.C. Hardee, Frost’s innovations in irrigation and crop management set new standards for South Florida farming. His leadership extended beyond agriculture—he served multiple terms as mayor, county commissioner, and local businessman, helping to guide Dania Beach’s transformation from a rural settlement to a thriving municipality. The construction of his residence coincided with the height of his professional and political prominence, symbolizing both personal achievement and the broader prosperity of the community.

Architecturally, the Frost House is an exceptional expression of the Mediterranean Revival style, characterized by textured stucco walls, red clay tile roofs, arched openings, wrought-iron balconies, and finely crafted wood and masonry detailing. The two-story structure features a complex roofline, a sweeping L-shaped veranda, and an arrangement of casement windows and French doors that merge indoor and outdoor living spaces. Complemented by a masonry privacy wall and a two-story garage apartment, the residence maintains a high degree of integrity in both form and materials. As such, it stands not only as a monument to the city’s 1920s development era but also as a vital architectural landmark worthy of preservation and continued stewardship.

Project Details

• Reference ID: 26-003
• Department: Public Services
• Department Head: Fernando Rodriguez (Director)

Important Dates

• Questions Due: 2026-04-01T19:00:32.322Z
• Pre-Proposal Meeting: 2026-03-11T15:00:42.261Z — M.C. Frost House, 400 S Federal Hwy, Dania Beach, FL 33004

Meetings & Milestones

Addenda

• Addendum #1 (released 2026-03-20T13:40:05.989Z) —

  Q&A

Evaluation Criteria

• FIRM QUALIFICATIONS (40 pts) —

  Qualifications of the firm; number of years firm has been in business; references/past performance; recent, current, and projected workloads.

  • Demonstrated experience with historic preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation projects.
  • Successful completion of projects involving historic homes or structures of similar age, scale, and complexity.
  • Experience with adaptive reuse projects, particularly those involving event venues or public‑use facilities.
  • Quality of past performance for municipal or public‑sector clients.
• EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS OF ASSIGNED STAFF (30 pts) —
  • Professional qualifications, certifications, and licenses of the project team.
  • Experience of key staff in historic preservation, architectural design, and project management.
  • Demonstrated expertise in preparing documentation for historic designation and compliance with preservation standards.
    
    
    
• APPROACH AND DELIVERY OF SERVICES (25 pts) —

  Understanding the scope of work, ability to comply with the full scope of work, technical soundness of Proposal

  • Demonstrated understanding of the City’s goals for interior functional redesign, exterior historic restoration, and landscape/event‑space development.
  • Quality and clarity of the firm’s proposed approach to completing the project’s three phases.
  • Understanding of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
  • Approach to coordinating with City staff, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Woman or Minority Business Enterprise (5 pts) —

  Florida Statute 287.055 Section 2. (d) Minority Business Enterprise Certification . Current certification must be included.

Submission Requirements

• PROPOSAL SUBMISSION
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• PROPOSER QUALIFICATION QUESTIONAIRE
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• Attach a financial statement including Proposer's latest balance sheet and income statement showing the following items: a) Current Assets b) Net Fixed Assets c) Other Assets d) Current Liabilities e) Other (required) —

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• If not, explain the relationship and financial responsibility of the organization whose financial statement is provided (e.g., parent-subsidiary).
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• REQUIRED FORMS
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• Drug Free Workplace Certification (required) —

  Whenever two (2) or more bids/Bids, which are equal with respect to price, quality, and service, are received by the CITY OF DANIA BEACH for the procurement of commodities or contractual services, a bid/Bid received from a business that certifies that it has implemented a drug-free workplace program shall be given preference in the award process. In order to have a drug-free workplace program, a business shall:

  1. Publish a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of controlled substances is prohibited in the workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violations of such prohibition.
  2. Inform employees about the dangers of drug abuse in the workplace, the business’s policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace, any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs, and the penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations.
  3. Give each employee engaged in providing the commodities or contractual services that are under bid a copy of the statement specified in number (1).
  4. In the statement specified in number (1), notify the employees that as a condition for working on the commodities or contractual services that are under bid, the employee will abide by the terms of the statement and will notify the employer of any conviction on or plea of guilty or no contest to any violation of Chapter 893, Florida Statutes or of any controlled substance law of the United States or any singular state, for a violation occurring in the workplace no later than five (5) days after such conviction.
  5. Impose a sanction on, or require the satisfactory participation in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program if such is available in the employee’s community by any employee who is so convicted.
  6. Make a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through implementation of Section 287.087, Florida Statutes.

  By confirming I certify that said Company has implemented a drug-free workplace program, which meets the requirements of Section 287.087, Florida Statutes, which are identified in letters (A) through (F) above.

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