Bidder's_Certification.pdf

This is a Bidder's Certification document required for submission with proposals to the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners for the construction of two new hurricane-resilient buildings at the Flagler County Fairgrounds under ITB #26-ITB-019. The certification requires bidders to attest that they have carefully examined the specifications and technical requirements outlined in the scope of work and commit to furnishing products and services in full compliance with all stated specifications. Bidders must confirm their authorization to execute the proposal and resulting contract, with bids due August 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for July 31, 2026 at 8:00 a.m., and questions must be submitted by August 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., with a final addendum posted by August 10, 2026. The project scope encompasses all labor, materials, equipment, concrete work, permitting, and site preparation for structures that comply with applicable local, state, and federal building codes, with performance at 150 Sawgrass Road, Bunnell, Florida 32110.

The certification form requires bidders to provide comprehensive company information including firm name, authorized signature, printed name, title, full address, telephone, fax, email, Dun & Bradstreet number, and Federal I.D. number. Upon award notification, bidders must provide required insurance coverage as specified in the RFQ. The county will award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder based on evaluation criteria including total cost, delivery schedule, past performance references from similar projects completed within the last three years, compliance with technical specifications, and financial stability demonstrated by certified audit. Pricing proposals must remain firm for at least 120 days from solicitation opening and include FOB Destination pricing with all packing, handling, shipping, and delivery charges included. The county remits full payment on undisputed invoices within 45 days of receipt, with interest accruing at no more than one percent per month on unpaid invoices after 45 days under Florida Statute 218.74. Local vendor preference applies to businesses maintaining a physical location in Flagler County for at least 12 months prior to solicitation issuance with required business licenses and at least one full-time or two part-time employees with primary residency in the county.