Proposal to remove grab rails at stairs exiting the Wet Lab, re-work with welding, reinstall… and 1 more item

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection awarded a contract valued at $13,000.00 with a completion date of June 30, 2026, to address critical safety deficiencies identified at an aquatic facility's Wet Lab and Education Center. The contract encompasses two primary work scopes: removal, welding, and reinstallation of grab rails at incorrect heights to meet safe operational standards, along with concrete restoration and guardrail post repair at the Wet Lab stair exit ($3,400.00); and removal and replacement of a deteriorated concrete beam, construction of new concrete stairs, modification of existing steel handrails, and fabrication and installation of a safety swing gate at the Education Center rear storage area ($9,600.00).

Both work scopes were identified as necessary safety corrections per Fire Marshal directives to address trip, fall, and structural hazards while maintaining code-compliant conditions at the facility. Compensation is contingent upon completion of services, Department acceptance, and receipt of itemized invoices, with partial payments permitted. The contractor is required to perform any necessary re-work at no additional cost to ensure satisfactory completion; failure to meet performance standards may result in non-payment or contract termination. The performance period runs from the May 18, 2026 award date through June 30, 2026.