Constr_Plans_-_Level_1_Combined.pdf

This construction plans document supports Orange County, Florida's sealed bid solicitation for the West Building Access Control System Replacement project (Y26-727) at the Orange County Convention Center. The project scope encompasses the replacement, upgrade, and expansion of the existing door access control systems, specifically converting the West Building from a Pegasys access control system to a Lenel system while maintaining existing Lenel infrastructure. Work includes installation of card readers, door hardware, electronic locks, surveillance integration, fire detection and alarm equipment, and structured cabling systems with Category 6 UTP and fiber optic backbone across electrical rooms, IDF rooms, mechanical rooms, catwalks, gates, and select perimeter doors. Sealed bids are being accepted via the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform with submission deadlines of 4:00 p.m. EST on April 2, 2026, or April 9, 2026, depending on the solicitation version. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit are scheduled for March 10, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Orange County Convention Center, West Concourse, Conference Room W323. Questions must be submitted by March 18 or March 25, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EST through OpenGov. Contractors must achieve Substantial Completion within 1,065 consecutive calendar days and Final Completion within 1,095 consecutive calendar days from the Official Notice to Proceed.

The estimated project cost is $14,775,652.00, with bids submitted on a lump sum basis and mobilization costs capped at 5 percent of the estimated base bid total. Bids exceeding $100,000 require a bid bond of at least 10 percent of the estimated contract amount. Progress payments will be made at 95 percent of earned amounts with 5 percent retainage until completion exceeds 50 percent of the contract value, at which point retainage may be reduced at the Project Manager's discretion. Service Disabled Veteran businesses may receive a preference of 3 percent to 8 percent depending on bid amount; however, the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Respondents must demonstrate a minimum of three similar projects completed within the last twenty years involving access control systems in commercial facilities of at least 30,000 square feet, with at least one project in an active operational building, one including ADA-compliant door integration, and one with Fire Alarm System integration. Contractors must maintain appropriate state licensing (electrical, low-voltage, and fire alarm certification) and hold manufacturer certifications for Siemon communications cabling, Lenel access control systems, and Simplex fire alarms. Work is available seven days per week with contractor hours from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and the contractor must utilize the County's e-Builder program at a cost of approximately $2,050 per year per license while complying with strict fire protection and sprinkler system protocols, including 24/7 fire watch during service interruptions.