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This is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) issued by the Florida Department of Corrections for Building Code Plans Review and Inspection Services. The contract is specifically with Building Code Administrative Services, Inc., a private firm that will serve as the Building Code Administrator (BCA) for the department. The solicitation was released on August 27, 2015, with an initial bid opening date of October 6, 2015, and was subsequently amended multiple times with revised timelines.

The contract will provide statewide building code administration services, including plan review, permitting, inspections, and issuance of Certificates of Occupancy for Department of Corrections construction projects. The pricing is structured in a tiered fixed-price model based on total building valuation, ranging from $350 for projects valued up to $5,000 to $5,000 for projects valued at $5,000,001 and above. Additional fees include $50 per hour for inspection and travel time. The initial contract term is three years, with the possibility of up to three one-year renewals. The department estimates approximately $100,000 will be spent annually under this contract. The BCA will be responsible for ensuring code compliance across building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and gas systems for Department of Corrections facilities.