Building Code Plans Review & Inspection Services

The Master Agreement provides comprehensive building code administrator (BCA) services to support the Florida Department of Corrections' construction and facilities management operations. Services procured through this indefinite delivery vehicle include plan evaluations and permitting for new construction, alterations, repairs, remodeling, and demolition projects; building code inspections; and issuance of Certificates of Occupancy. The contractor evaluates projects across four geographic regions throughout Florida covering 143 correctional facilities, including major institutions, work camps, re-entry centers, and reception centers. Pricing is structured by project valuation tier, with plan evaluation and permitting fees ranging from $525 to $7,500 depending on project cost, re-use plan examination fees, and hourly inspection rates at $125 per hour inclusive of travel. Performance requirements include proposal letter submission within five business days, plan evaluation and permit issuance within ten business days, and inspection scheduling within two business days of request.

E P CONSULTANTS, INC. serves as the prime contractor under this Master Agreement with the Florida Department of Corrections. The initial contract period runs from January 31, 2023, through January 30, 2026, with an optional three-year renewal term extending through January 30, 2029 (currently exercised via Amendment #003). The contract is classified as an Agency Term Contract and covers all four geographic regions within Florida. The estimated annual contract value across all regions totals $257,850, with regional breakdowns of $49,450 (Region I), $49,450 (Region II), $154,900 (Region III), and $48,550 (Region IV). The contractor must maintain current Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation building code certifications and comply with all applicable state procurement, security, and performance requirements.