District-Wide Maintenance of Mitigation Sites and Stormwater Ponds

Background
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is seeking bids for the District-Wide Maintenance of Mitigation Sites and Stormwater Ponds. This contract aims to ensure compliance with environmental permit requirements and to maintain the ecological integrity of mitigation and stormwater facilities across District VII, which includes Hillsborough, Pinellas, Citrus, Hernando, and Pasco Counties. The contract is part of FDOT's commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable management of natural resources.

Work Details
The Vendor will be responsible for a range of services including:

1. Installing wetland and upland plants, maintaining mitigation sites, and stormwater ponds.
2. Selective clearing and grubbing to remove nuisance/exotic species as specified in Section 110 of the Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction 2025-2026.
3. Herbicide applications conducted by licensed applicators to manage invasive species while ensuring the survivability of native plants.
4. Replacement planting within specified areas, ensuring all plant material meets Florida Grade No.1 standards.
5. Mowing, excavation, erosion control measures, and trash collection from treatment areas.
6. All maintenance activities must comply with environmental permits from relevant agencies such as SWFWMD and FDEP.

Period of Performance
The contract will commence on August 20, 2026, and will expire on August 19, 2029.

Place of Performance
The services will be performed within District VII of the Florida Department of Transportation, specifically in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Citrus, Hernando, and Pasco Counties.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must be registered in the State of Florida’s MyFloridaMarketplace system by the bid opening date. They must demonstrate a minimum of five years’ experience in maintenance of mitigation sites and stormwater facilities. Bidders must also have a registered pest control applicator license from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and practice Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Additionally, all maintenance activities must be performed by qualified field crews under the supervision of a Project Manager who meets specific qualifications.