Attachment_I_-_Construction_Plans.pdf

This is a construction plans attachment related to an Invitation for Bids issued by Sarasota County, Florida, for the Honore Avenue Reclaimed Water Main Extension Phase 2B project. The project involves the furnishing and installation of approximately 5,500 linear feet of reclaimed water transmission main, along with specialized construction techniques including 20-inch and 8-inch Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) installations and a 20-inch Jack & Bore installation in a 36-inch casing. The work is located in Osprey, Florida, in Section 07, Township 38S, Range 19E. The bid due date is December 3, 2025, with the contract anticipated to run for 300 calendar days. Interested contractors must review the construction plans provided in this attachment along with all solicitation documents to understand the project scope and technical requirements. Liquidated damages are assessed at $400 per day for delays in achieving substantial completion and $100 per day for delays in achieving final acceptance.

The project is funded through a Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) grant, which imposes specific requirements including provisions for United States-produced iron and steel products and reporting on minority and small business participation. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience, including installation of at least 1,000 linear feet of 16-inch or larger diameter pressure pipe and experience with pipeline work involving lane closures and specialized drilling methods completed within the past 10 years. A bid bond or letter of bondability is required for submission, with performance and payment bonds mandatory for contracts exceeding $200,000. Comprehensive insurance coverage is required, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, and umbrella/excess liability policies. Due to the grant funding source, local or American business preferences do not apply, and no specific set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises have been designated. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all qualification criteria.