Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) is seeking a qualified, minority‑owned engineering consulting firm to provide full‑scope Construction Engineering Inspection (CEI) services for the design‑build of Jacksonville Fire‑Rescue Department Fire Station #48 at the Blount Island Marine Terminal. The contractor will perform constructability reviews, permit coordination, pre‑construction conferences, shop‑drawing review, field inspections, change‑order analysis, monthly progress certification, warranty management, and final as‑built documentation, all while ensuring 100 % Small & Emerging Business (SEB) participation. The effort is cost‑plus, hourly‑rate based, and must be completed within 12 months of notice‑to‑proceed. • Core services include design‑phase constructability, contract administration, field inspection, testing coordination, and final as‑built deliverables. • Mandatory 100 % SEB participation; the prime must be minority‑owned and perform at least 40 % of the work. • Minimum qualifications: ≥10 years engineering experience, Florida PE license for lead engineer, $3 M professional liability insurance, audited financials, and proven maritime/large‑scale infrastructure inspection experience. • Submission deadline is August 20, 2024 (PDF via E‑Builder); pre‑bid Zoom meeting on August 5, 2024 is optional but recommended.