26-8671_-_Exhibit_M_-_Bid_Plans_08-05-2026_S&S.pdf

This is a Bid Plans exhibit for Collier County, Florida's Palm River Areas 3, 5, and 6 Public Utilities Renewal project, a comprehensive infrastructure replacement initiative. The project encompasses potable water infrastructure improvements utilizing 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10-inch PVC and HDPE piping; wastewater system improvements including gravity sewer pipe, force main piping, and pump station rehabilitation; stormwater drainage improvements; roadway reconstruction; sidewalk installation; and driveway restoration across twelve streets in the Palm River neighborhood. Work is divided into multiple phases designed to minimize residential disruption, with substantial completion required within 940 calendar days from Notice to Proceed and final completion within 60 calendar days thereafter. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 7, 2026, with questions due by July 20, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Bids are due August 10, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/collier-county-fl. One contract will be awarded for all work.

The anticipated project budget is $32.25 million, with bids requiring a certified bid bond equal to 5% of the total bid amount. Performance and Payment Bonds at 100% of the contract award amount are required, underwritten by a surety rated "A-" or better by A.M. Best. Collier County is utilizing local vendor preference for this solicitation. Bidders must hold a Florida State Contractor License and Florida General Contractor License, provide five project references of similar magnitude completed within the past five years, identify all major subcontractors by trade category, submit certified key personnel assignments, and enroll in E-Verify. Comprehensive insurance coverage is mandatory, including Worker's Compensation, Employer's Liability ($1,000,000), Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), and Excess/Umbrella ($5,000,000). Liquidated damages of $5,146 per calendar day apply for failure to meet substantial completion. The contractor is responsible for third-party vibration monitoring, full-time construction inspection, and bypass pumping for wastewater systems at no additional cost. Construction traffic is restricted to Palm River Boulevard for ingress and egress, with work hours generally 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.