25-8614_-_Authorization_to_Advertise.pdf

This is an Authorization to Advertise document issued by Collier County, Florida for Solicitation No. 25-8614, pertaining to Everglades Airpark Hangar Repairs. The project encompasses comprehensive construction services to repair and restore aircraft hangar facilities at Everglades Airpark (FAA LID: X01) following Hurricane Ian damage. Specific work includes demolition and repair or replacement of eight bifold hangar doors (43' wide x 16' high) with personnel access doors, replacement of 16 hangar door motors with new elevated steel frame mounts, installation of 56 flood vents, replacement of damaged roll-up and access doors, repair and replacement of exterior metal cladding systems (approximately 6,700 square feet of corrugated metal panels), replacement of approximately 2,000 square feet of fire-rated gypsum board, painting of approximately 12,700 square feet of gypsum board and structural surfaces, sealing of approximately 10,700 square feet of concrete floor slabs, cleaning and refinishing of 34 structural columns, repair of fencing and security systems, and complete replacement of the building electrical system. Sealed bids are due March 30, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. local time through the County's OpenGov procurement portal. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Everglades Airpark, 650 E C Airpark Road, Everglades City, Florida 34114. The successful bidder must achieve substantial completion within 150 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with daily liquidated damages of $1,380 per day for delays, and final completion within 30 calendar days after punch list delivery.

The Engineer's Opinion of Probable Cost for the base bid is $1,193,500, with a bid alternate option for all new bifold hangar doors with warranty at an additional $100,000, bringing the anticipated total project budget to $1,293,500. A mandatory unit price of $125 per square foot is required for repair of damaged metal studs and accessories (based on a possible repair area of 3,030 square feet), and an Owner's Allowance of $378,750 is allocated for unforeseen conditions. All work must comply with Florida Building Code (2023 Edition), Florida Fire Prevention Code, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, NFPA 409 Standards on Aircraft Hangars (2016 Edition), and FEMA TB-2 flood-resistant material specifications. This grant-funded project utilizes local vendor preference and is subject to FEMA Public Assistance funding requirements, including compliance with 2 CFR Part 200, 44 CFR Part 206, and federal labor standards including prevailing wage requirements. Contractors must provide valid Florida state contractor licenses, E-Verify enrollment documentation, a Certificate of Authority to Conduct Business in Florida, and a bid bond equal to 5 percent of the maximum possible award. The successful bidder must execute the contract within 10 calendar days of award and provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract amount, with required insurance including Workers' Compensation at statutory limits, Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 single limit per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate), Employer's Liability ($1,000,000 single limit), and Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 each occurrence). No incumbent vendor or current contractor is identified.