DOT-ITB-25-7013-EG - ITB PACKAGE.pdf

DOT-ITB-25-7013-EG

State of Florida Department of Transportation

INVITATION TO BID

HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

SYSTEM REPLACEMENT FOR BROOKSVILLE

OPERATIONS CENTER

DOT-ITB-25-7013-EG

CONTACT FOR QUESTIONS:

Enrique Garcia, Purchasing Agent enrique.garcia@dot.state.fl.us

Phone: (813) 975-6156 or (800) 226-7220 x6156 Fax: (813) 975-6473

Florida Department of Transportation Procurement Office, MS 7-700 11201 North McKinley Drive Tampa, Florida 33612-6456

Department of Transportation Procurement Office, MS 7-700 11201 North McKinley Drive Tampa, Florida 33612-6456

INVITATION TO BID REGISTRATION

PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM ASAP

E-MAIL TO ENRIQUE GARCIA AT ENRIQUE.GARCIA@DOT.STATE.FL.US

Bid Number: DOT-ITB-25-7013-EG

Title: Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System Replacement for Brooksville Operations Center.

Bid Due Date and Time (On or Before): See Introduction Section 2 (Timeline)

Potential bidders should notify our office by returning this Bid Registration Form as soon as possible after downloading. Complete the information below and email to Enrique Garcia at enrique.garcia@dot.state.fl.us.

THE INVITATION TO BID DOCUMENT YOU RECEIVED IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Notice of changes (Addenda) will be posted on the Florida Vendor Information Portal (VIP) at https://vendor.myfloridamarketplace.com/ (click on “Search Advertisements”) under this bid number. It is the responsibility of all potential bidders to monitor this site for any changing information prior to submitting your bid.

Company Name:

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Telephone: Contact Person:

Internet E-Mail Address:

For further information on this process, e-mail, or telephone: Enrique Garcia, Purchasing Agent at enrique.garcia@dot.state.fl.us or (813) 975-6156 or (800) 226-7220 x6156.

I N T R O D U C T I O N S E C T I O N

1) INVITATION

The State of Florida Department of Transportation (hereinafter referred to as the "Department") is soliciting written bids from qualified bidders to establish a contract to provide Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) System Replacement for Brooksville Operations Center.

It is anticipated that the term of the contract will begin upon contract execution and be effective for two years thereafter.

For the purpose of this document, the term "bidder" means the bidder acting on their own behalf and those individuals, partnerships, firms, or corporations comprising the bidder team. The term "bid package" means the complete response of the bidder to the Invitation to Bid (ITB), including properly completed forms and supporting documentation. After the award, said bidder will be referred to as the "Vendor".

2) TIMELINE

Provided below is a list of critical dates and actions. These dates are subject to change. Notice of changes (Addenda) will be posted on the Florida VIP at https://vendor.myfloridamarketplace.com/ (click on “Search Advertisements”) under this bid number. It is the responsibility of all potential bidders to monitor this site for any changing information prior to submitting your bid.

ACTION / LOCATION DATE LOCAL TIME

MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING 1-27-2025 10:30AM

Florida Department of Transportation Brooksville Operations Center 16411 Spring Hill Drive Brooksville, Florida 34604

DEADLINE FOR TECHNICAL QUESTIONS 2-4-2025 5:00 PM

There is no deadline for administrative questions.

BIDS DUE (ON OR BEFORE) 2-11-2025 5:00 PM

ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS OF BIDS – PLEASE SEE NO.3 BELOW

PUBLIC OPENING 2-12-2025 10:00 AM

Florida Department of Transportation Manatee Conference Room 11201 North McKinley Drive, Tampa, Florida 33612

POSTING OF INTENDED DECISION/AWARD 2-18-2025 5:00 PM

3) ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF BIDS

Electronic Bid Submittals

Please follow the below instructions for the submittal of electronic bids, failure to do so, may result in your bid being found non-responsive. Non-responsive bids will not be evaluated.

a) Subject line must show: DOT-ITB-25-7013-EG – VENDOR’S NAME

b) Email shall contain one file attachment marked as the following: DOT-ITB-25-7013-EG –

VENDOR’S NAME

c) Documents shall be submitted in portable document format (PDF).

d) The body of the email shall not contain any information other than the PDF documents, and the signature line (text only, no graphics).

e) Email limit is 25MB per message. That total includes all attachments, email body and if you use stationary backgrounds, artwork, etc.

f) Bids shall be submitted ONLY to: D7.Purch@dot.state.fl.us

NOTE: It is the bidder’s responsibility to assure that the bid is delivered to the email address above on or before the bid due date and time (See Introduction Section 2 Timeline).

Bids which for any reason are not so delivered, will not be considered.

4) AGENDA FOR PUBLIC MEETINGS

Agenda for Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting

All pre-bid meetings are open to the public and will be conducted according to the following agenda:

- Opening remarks - Approximate time of two minutes by Department Procurement Office personnel.

- Review contract administrative requirements.

- Review scope of services, method of compensation, and bid sheet.

- Questions and answers session.

- Adjourn meeting.

Agenda for Bid Opening Public Meeting

The sealed bids will be opened by the Department's Procurement Office personnel at the date, time, and location in the Timeline. All bid openings are open to the public and will be conducted according to the following agenda:

- Opening remarks – Approximate time of two minutes by Department Procurement Office personnel.

- Public input period – To allow a maximum of 15 minutes total for public input related to the bid solicitation.

- Bids opened – At conclusion of public input or 15 minutes, whichever occurs first, bids received timely will be opened with bidder’s name to be read aloud.

- Adjourn - After all bids received timely have been opened, the meeting will be adjourned.

5) SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Any person with a qualified disability requiring special accommodations at a pre-bid conference, public meeting, and/or opening shall contact the contact person at the phone number, e-mail address or fax number provided on the title page at least five working days prior to the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact this office by using the Florida Relay Services which can be reached at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).

S P E C I A L C O N D I T I O N S

1) MYFLORIDAMARKETPLACE

BIDDERS MUST BE REGISTERED IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA’S

MYFLORIDAMARKETPLACE SYSTEM BY THE TIME AND DATE OF THE BID OPENING OR

THEY MAY BE CONSIDERED NON-RESPONSIVE (see Special Condition 21). All prospective bidders that are not registered should go to https://vendor.myfloridamarketplace.com/ to complete on-line registration, or call (866) 352-3776 for assisted registration.

All payment(s) to the vendor resulting from this competitive solicitation WILL be subject to the MFMP Transaction Fee in accordance with the referenced Form PUR 1000 General Contract Condition #14. The Transaction Fee imposed shall be based upon the date of issuance of the payment. The Transaction Fee imposed shall be based upon the date of issuance of the payment.

2) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES W-9 REQUIREMENT

The Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS) requires all vendors that do business with the state to submit an electronic Substitute Form W-9. Vendors must submit their W-9 forms electronically at https://flvendor.myfloridacfo.com to receive payments from the state. Contact the DFS Customer Service Desk at (850) 413-5519 or FLW9@myfloridacfo.com with any questions.

3) QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

In accordance with section 287.057(25), Florida Statutes (F.S.), respondents to this solicitation or persons acting on their behalf may not contact, between the release of the solicitation and the end of the 72-hour period following the agency posting the notice of intended award, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays, any employee or officer of the executive or legislative branch concerning any aspect of this solicitation, except in writing to the procurement officer or as provided in the solicitation documents. Violation of this provision may be grounds for rejecting a response.

Any technical questions arising from this ITB must be forwarded, in writing, to the procurement agent identified below. Questions must be received no later than the time and date reflected on the Timeline. The Department’s written response to written inquiries submitted timely by bidders will be posted on the Florida VIP at https://vendor.myfloridamarketplace.com/ (click on “Search Advertisements”) under this bid number. It is the responsibility of all potential bidders to monitor this site for any changing information prior to submitting your bid.

WRITTEN TECHNICAL QUESTIONS should be submitted to:

Enrique Garcia at D7-PurchQuestions@dot.state.fl.us

Questions regarding administrative aspects of the bid process should be directed to the Procurement Agent in writing at the address above or by phone: (813) 975-6156 or (800) 226- 7220 extension 6156.

4) ORAL INSTRUCTIONS/CHANGES TO THE ITB (ADDENDA)

No negotiations, decisions, or actions will be initiated or executed by a bidder as a result of any oral discussions with a state employee. Only those communications which are in writing from the Department will be considered as a duly authorized expression on behalf of the Department.

Notices of changes (Addenda) will be posted on the Florida VIP at https://vendor.myfloridamarketplace.com/ (click on “Search Advertisements”) under this bid number. It is the responsibility of all potential bidders to monitor this site for any changing information prior to submitting their bid. All Addenda will be acknowledged by signature and subsequent submission of Addenda with bid when so stated in the Addenda.

5) DIVERSITY ACHIEVEMENT

MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (MBE) UTILIZATION

The Department, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 USC 2000d- 2000d-4, Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, U.S. Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that the Department will affirmatively ensure that in any contract/agreement entered into pursuant to this advertisement, minority and disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded the full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award.

The Department encourages small, minority, women, and service-disabled veteran businesses to compete for Department contracts, both as “Vendor” and as subcontractors. The Department, its vendors, suppliers, and consultants should take all necessary and reasonable steps to ensure that small, minority, women, and service-disabled veteran businesses have the opportunity to compete for and perform contract work for the Department in a nondiscriminatory environment.

Bidders are requested to indicate their intention regarding MBE participation on the MBE Planned Utilization form and to submit the completed form with their bid sheet. The contract vendor will be asked to submit payment certification for MBE subcontractors used.

To request certification or to locate certified MBEs, call the Office of Supplier Diversity, Department of Management Services at (850) 487-0915, or access their MBE directory on the Internet at www.osd.dms.state.fl.us/.

6) SCOPE OF SERVICES

Details of the services, information, and items to be furnished by the Vendor are described in Exhibits "A", Scope of Services, attached hereto and made a part hereof.

7) INTENDED AWARD

The Department intends to award this contract to the responsive and responsible bidder that submits the lowest responsive bid. If the Department is confronted with identical pricing or scoring from multiple vendors, the Department shall determine the order of award using the following criteria, in the order of preference listed below (from highest priority to lowest priority):

1. Section 295.187(4), F.S.; Veteran Business Enterprise

2. Section 287.087, F.S.; Drug Free Workplace

3. Section 287.057(11) F.S.; Minority Business Enterprise

In the event that the application of the above referenced preferences does not resolve the identical replies, the Department shall determine the award by means of random drawing.

8) MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING

A MANDATORY pre-bid conference will be held at the date, time, and location in the Timeline.

The purpose of this meeting is to provide an open forum for the Department to review the scope of services and respond to questions from potential bidders regarding the scope of services, ITB requirements, contractual requirements, method of compensation, and other conditions or requirements that may, in any manner, affect the work to be performed. Any changes and/or resulting Addenda to the ITB will be the sole prerogative of the Department.

Attendance at this pre-bid conference is MANDATORY. Failure by a bidder to attend or be represented at this pre-bid conference will constitute a non-responsive determination of their bid package. Bids found to be non-responsive will not be considered.

9) QUALIFICATIONS

9.1 GENERAL

The Vendor must meet the following minimum qualifications:

91.1 The Vendor must have successfully completed three projects that are similar in scope in the past five years.

9.2 BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS

When submitting the bid, each bidder must submit a written statement (“Minimum Qualifications Statement” form), detailing their qualifications that demonstrate they meet the minimum qualifications contained in Special Condition 9.1, above. Failure by the bidder to provide the above item(s) will constitute a non-responsive determination. Bids found to be non-responsive will not be considered.

9.3 AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA

In accordance with sections 607.1501, 605.0211(2)(b), and 620.9102, F.S., out of state corporations, out of state limited liability companies, and out of state limited partnerships must be authorized to do business in the State of Florida. Such authorization should be obtained by the bid due date and time, but in any case, must be obtained prior to posting of the intended award of the contract. For authorization, contact:

Florida Department of State Tallahassee, Florida 32399

(850) 245-6051

9.4 LICENSE TO CONDUCT SERVICES IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA

If the services being provided requires that individuals be licensed by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, such licenses should be obtained by the bid due date and time, but in any case, must be obtained prior to posting of the intended award of the contract.

For licensing, contact:

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0797

(850) 487-1395

10) WARRANTY/SUBSTITUTIONS

When performance of the services requires the supply of commodities, a warranty is required on all items provided against defective materials, workmanship, and failure to perform in accordance with required industry performance criteria, for a period of not less than one year from the date of acceptance by the purchaser. Any deviation from this criterion must be documented in the bid response or the above statement shall prevail. Delivery of substitute commodities requires prior written approval from the ordering location.

Replacement of all materials found defective within the warranty period shall be made without cost to the purchaser, including transportation if applicable. All fees associated with restocking cancelled orders shall be the responsibility of the vendor.

All items provided during the performance of the contract found to be poorly manufactured will not be accepted, but returned to the vendor, at their expense, for replacement. Replacement of all items found defective shall be made without cost to the Department, including transportation, if applicable. As it may be impossible for each facility to inspect all items upon arrival, a reasonable opportunity must be given to these facilities for inspection of the items and returning those that are defective.

11) LIABILITY INSURANCE

The Vendor shall not commence any work until they have obtained the following types of insurance, and certificates of such insurance have been received by the Department. Nor shall the Vendor allow any subcontractor to commence work on this project until all similar insurance required of the subcontractor has been so obtained. The Vendor shall submit the required Certificates of Insurance (COI) to the Florida Department of Transportation, Procurement Office, MS 7-700, Enrique Garcia, enrique.garcia@dot.state.fl.us, 11201 North McKinley Drive, Tampa, Florida 33612-6456 within 10 days after the ending date of the period for posting the intended award decision.

The Vendor must carry and keep in force during the period of this contract a general liability insurance policy or policies with a company authorized to do business in the State of Florida, affording public liability insurance with combined bodily injury limits of at least $200,000.00 minimum per person and $300,000.00 minimum each occurrence, and property damage insurance of at least $200,000.00 minimum each occurrence, for the services to be rendered in accordance with this contract.

With respect to any general liability insurance policy required pursuant to this agreement, all such policies shall be issued by companies licensed to do business in the State of Florida. The Vendor shall provide to the Department certificates showing the required coverage to be in effect with endorsements showing the Department to be an additional insured prior to commencing any work under this contract. The certificates and policies shall provide that in the event of any material change in or cancellation of the policies reflecting the required coverage, 30 days advance notice shall be given to the Department or as provided in accordance with Florida law.

The Department shall be exempt from, and in no way liable for, any sums of money which may represent a deductible in any insurance policy. The payment of such deductible shall be the sole responsibility of the Vendor or subcontractor providing such insurance. Policies that include Self Insured Retention (SIR) will not be accepted.

12) PERFORMANCE BOND

A performance bond is not required for this project.

13) METHOD OF COMPENSATION

Details of the method of compensation are described in Exhibit "B", Method of Compensation, attached hereto and made a part hereof.

14) CONTRACT DOCUMENT

STANDARD WRITTEN AGREEMENT

The Department’s “Standard Written Agreement” is attached hereto and made a part hereof. The terms and conditions contained therein will become an integral part of the contract resulting from this solicitation. In submitting a bid, the bidder agrees to be legally bound by these terms and conditions.

15) REVIEW OF BIDDER'S FACILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

After the bid due date and prior to contract execution, the Department reserves the right to perform or to have performed, an on-site review of the bidder's facilities and qualifications. This review will serve to verify data and representations submitted by the bidder and may be used to determine whether the bidder has adequate facilities, equipment, qualified and experienced staff, and overall management capabilities to provide the required services. The review may also serve to verify whether the bidder has financial capabilities adequate to meet the contract requirements.

Should the Department determine that the bid package has material misrepresentations or that the size or nature of the bidder's facilities, equipment, management capabilities, or the number of experienced personnel (including technical staff) are not adequate to ensure satisfactory contract performance, the Department has the right to reject the bid.

16) PROTEST OF ITB SPECIFICATIONS

Any person who is adversely affected by the contents of this ITB must file the following with the Department of Transportation, Clerk of Agency Proceedings, Office of the General Counsel, 605 Suwannee Street, Mail Station 58, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0450:

1. A written notice of protest within 72 hours after the posting of the solicitation, the notice of protest may be faxed to (850) 414-5264, and

2. A formal written protest in compliance with Section 120.57(3), F.S., within 10 days of the date on which the written notice of protest is filed.

Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), F.S., or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, F.S.

17) UNAUTHORIZED ALIENS

The employment of unauthorized aliens by any contractor is considered a violation of Section 274A(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. If the contractor knowingly employs unauthorized aliens, such violation shall be cause for unilateral cancellation of the contract.

18) SCRUTINIZED COMPANIES LISTS

ALL Responses, regardless of dollar value, must include a completed Vendor Certification Regarding Scrutinized Companies Lists to certify the respondent is not on either of those lists.

The form should be submitted with the price proposal.

A Vendor is ineligible to enter into a contract with the Department for goods or services of any amount if, at the time of entering into such contract, the Vendor is on the Scrutinized Companies that Boycott Israel List, created pursuant to Section 215.4725, F.S., or is engaged in a boycott of Israel.

Section 287.135, F.S., also prohibits companies from entering into a contract for goods or services of $1 million or more that are on either the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List or the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Energy Sector Lists which were created pursuant to s. 215.473, F.S.

If the Department determines the Vendor submitted a false certification under Section 287.135 of the F.S., the Department shall either terminate the contract after it has given the Vendor notice and an opportunity to demonstrate the Department’s determination of false certification was in error pursuant to Section 287.135 of the F.S. or maintain the contract if the conditions of Section

287.135 of the F.S. are met.

19) RESERVATIONS

The Department reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids received and reserves the right to make an award without further discussion of the bids submitted. Therefore, the bidder should make sure that the bid package submitted is complete and accurate and submitted to ensure delivery on or before the bid opening time and date specified in this solicitation. It is understood that the bid will become a part of the Department's official file, without obligation to the Department.

20) ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

No conditions may be applied to any aspect of the ITB by the bidder. Any conditions placed on any aspect of the bid documents by the bidder may result in the bid being rejected as a conditional bid (see “RESPONSIVENESS OF BIDS”). DO NOT WRITE IN CHANGES ON ANY ITB SHEET.

The only recognized changes to the ITB prior to bid opening will be a written Addenda issued by the Department.

21) RESPONSIVENESS OF BIDS

Bids will not be considered if not received by the Department on or before the date and time specified as the due date for submission. All bids must be typed or printed in ink. A responsive bid is an offer to provide the services specified in this ITB in accordance with all requirements of this ITB. Bids found to be non-responsive will not be considered. Bids may be rejected if found to be irregular or not in conformance with the requirements and instructions herein contained. A bid may be found to be irregular or non-responsive by reasons that include, but are not limited to, failure to utilize or complete prescribed forms, modifying the bid requirements, submitting conditional bids or incomplete bids, submitting indefinite or ambiguous bids, or executing forms or the bid sheet with improper and/or undated signatures. Other conditions which may cause rejection of bids include, evidence of collusion among bidders, obvious lack of experience or expertise to provide the required services, and failure to perform or meet financial obligations on previous contracts. ALL determinations of responsiveness will be the responsibility of the FDOT Procurement Office.

22) BID SHEET

The bidder must use the attached bid sheet to submit its bid. The bid sheet must be signed and dated in ink by a representative who is authorized to contractually bind the bidder. All bid sheets and other documentation submitted in response to this solicitation must be executed and submitted in accordance with Introduction Section No.3, Electronic Submissions of Bids.

23) "DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE" PREFERENCE

Whenever two or more bids which are equal with respect to price, quality, and service are received, the Department shall determine the order of award first in accordance with section 295.187(4), F.S., giving preference to “Veteran Business Enterprise” then to bid responses from vendors that certify the business has implemented a drug-free workplace program in accordance with Section 287.087, F.S. The “Drug-Free Workplace Program Certification” must be completed and submitted with the bid response to be eligible for this preference.

24) COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL

Copyrighted material will be accepted as part of a bid only if accompanied by a waiver that will allow the Department to make paper and electronic copies necessary for the use of Department staff and agents. It is noted that copyrighted material is not exempt from the Public Records Law, Chapter 119, F.S. Therefore, such material will be subject to viewing by the public, but copies of the material will not be provided to the public.

25) ATTACHMENT TO ITB SUBMITTAL - CONFIDENTIAL MATERIAL

The bidder must include any materials it asserts to be exempted from public disclosure under Chapter 119, F.S., in a separate bound document labeled "Attachment to ITB, Number DOT-ITB- 25-7013-EG - Confidential Material". The bidder must identify the specific statute that authorizes exemption from the Public Records Law. Any claim of confidentiality on materials the bidder asserts to be exempt from public disclosure and placed elsewhere in the bid will be considered waived by the bidder upon submission, effective after opening.

26) MODIFICATIONS, RESUBMITTAL AND WITHDRAWAL

Bidders may modify submitted bids at any time prior to the bid due date. Requests for modification of a submitted bid shall be in writing and must be signed by an authorized signatory of the bidder.

Upon receipt and acceptance of such a request, the entire bid will not be considered unless is resubmitted by the due date and time. Bidders may also send a change in separate email to be opened at the same time as the bid. Bid modification and changes must be submitted in accordance with Introduction Section No.3, Electronic Submissions of Bids.

27) POSTING OF INTENDED DECISION/AWARD

27.1 General:

The Department’s decision will be posted on the Florida VIP at https://vendor.myfloridamarketplace.com/, under this bid number, on the date and time in the Timeline, and will remain posted for a period of 72 hours. Any bidder who is adversely affected by the Department's recommended award or intended decision must file the following with the Department of Transportation, Clerk of Agency Proceedings, Office of the General Counsel, 605 Suwannee Street, Mail Station 58, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0450:

1. A written notice of protest within 72 hours after posting of the Intended Award, the notice of protest may be faxed to (850) 414-5264, and

2. A formal written protest and protest bond in compliance with Section 120.57(3), F.S., within 10 days of the date on which the written notice of protest is filed. At the time of filing the formal written protest, a bond (a cashier’s check or money order may be accepted) payable to the Department must also be submitted in an amount equal to 1% of the estimated contract amount based on the contract price submitted by the protestor.

Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), F.S., or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, F.S.

27.2 Inability to Post:

If the Department is unable to post as defined above, the Department will notify all bidders by electronic notification on the Florida VIP (see special condition 27.1, above) or by mail, fax, and/or telephone. The Department will provide notification of any future posting in a timely manner.

27.3 Request to Withdraw Bid:

Requests for withdrawal will be considered if received by the Department, in writing, within 72 hours after the bid opening time and date. Requests received in accordance with this provision will be granted by the Department upon proof of the impossibility to perform based upon obvious error on the part of the bidder. Bidders that do not withdraw as stated above will forfeit their bid bond, if applicable.

28) AWARD OF THE CONTRACT

Services will be authorized to begin when the Vendor receives the following document(s), as appropriate, indicating the encumbrance of funds and award of the contract:

A Standard Written Agreement executed by both parties, and a written Task Work Order, issued by the Contract Manager.

29) ATTACHED FORMS

Exhibit “C”, Bid Sheet Minimum Qualifications Statement Drug-Free Workplace Program Certification (Form 375-040-18) Vendor Certification Regarding Scrutinized Companies Lists (Form 375-030-60) MBE Planned Utilization (Form 375-040-24) E-Verify (Form 375-031-06) Affidavit Regarding Labor and Services (Form 375-030-31) PUR 1355 Foreign Country of Concern Attestation (Form PUR1355)

30) TERMS AND CONDITIONS

30.1 General Contract Conditions (PUR 1000)

The State of Florida’s General Contract Conditions are outlined in form PUR 1000, which is a downloadable document incorporated into this ITB by reference. Any terms and conditions set forth in this ITB document take precedence over the PUR 1000 form where applicable.

http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/2933/11777/1000.pdf

The following paragraphs do not apply to this ITB:

Paragraph 31, Dispute Resolution - PUR 1000 Paragraph 40, PRIDE – PUR 1000, when federal funds are utilized.

30.2 General Instructions to Respondents (PUR 1001)

The State of Florida’s General Instructions to Respondents are outlined in form PUR 1001, which is a downloadable document incorporated into this ITB by reference. Any terms and conditions set forth in this ITB document take precedence over the PUR 1001 form where applicable.

http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/2934/11780/1001.pdf

The following paragraphs do not apply to this ITB:

Paragraph 3, Electronic Submission – PUR 1001 Paragraph 4, Terms and Conditions – PUR 1001 Paragraph 5, Questions – PUR 1001

30.3 MFMP Purchase Order Terms and Conditions

All MFMP Purchase Order contracts resulting from this solicitation will include the terms and conditions of this solicitation and the State of Florida’s standardized Purchase Order Terms and Conditions, which can be found at the Department of Management Services website at the following link:

http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/117735/646919/Purchase_Order_Terms_Sept _1,_2015_.pdf Section 8(B), PRIDE, is not applicable when using federal funds.

31) ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

All responses are subject to the terms and conditions of this solicitation, which, in case of conflict, shall have the following order of precedence listed:

Special Conditions Exhibit “A”, Scope of Services Exhibit “B”, Method of Compensation Exhibit “C” Bid Sheet Standard Written Agreement Instructions to Respondents (PUR 1001) General Conditions (PUR 1000) Introduction Section

32) ANTITRUST VIOLATOR VENDOR LIST

Pursuant to Section 287.137(2)(a), Florida Statutes, a person or an affiliate who has been placed on the antitrust violator vendor list following a conviction or being held civilly liable for an antitrust violation may not submit a bid, proposal, or reply for any new contract to provide any goods or services to a public entity; may not submit a bid, proposal, or reply for a new contract with a public entity for the construction or repair of a public building or public work; may not submit a bid, proposal, or reply on new leases of real property to a public entity; may not be awarded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or consultant under a new contract with a public entity; and may not transact new business with a public entity.

33) PROHIBITION AGAINST CONSIDERING SOCIAL, POLITICAL, OR IDEOLOGICAL

INTERESTS IN GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING

Pursuant to Section 287.05701, Florida Statutes, an awarding body may not request documentation of or consider a vendor’s social, political, or ideological interests when determining if the vendor is a responsible vendor, and an awarding body may not give preference to a vendor based on the vendor’s social, political, or ideological interest.

36) CONTRACTING WITH ENTITIES OF FOREIGN COUNTRIES OF CONCERN

PROHIBITED

The Bidder must submit, with its bid, a completed Foreign Country of Concern Attestation (PUR 1355) (Form 6). Form 6 must be completed by an officer or representative of the Bidder on behalf of the Bidder.

37) AFFIDAVIT REGARDING LABOR AND SERVICES

Prior to contract execution, extension or renewal, the Department shall notify the Contract awardee of the need to download, complete, and submit the FDOT form, Affidavit Regarding Labor and Services, No. 375-030-31. Please have the form signed and notarized and send a scanned copy to the Department. The nongovernmental entity (Contract awardee) must maintain the original copy in accordance with other provisions of this Agreement or Contract, and in accordance with Florida law.

Department of Transportation

INVITATION TO BID

HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

SYSTEM REPLACEMENT FOR BROOKSVILLE

OPERATIONS CENTER

DOT-ITB-25-7013-EG

CONTACT FOR QUESTIONS:

Enrique Garcia, Purchasing Agent enrique.garcia@dot.state.fl.us

Phone: (813) 975-6156 or (800) 226-7220 x6156 Fax: (813) 975-6473

Florida Department of Transportation Procurement Office, MS 7-700 11201 North McKinley Drive Tampa, Florida 33612-6456

EXHIBIT "A"

SCOPE OF SERVICES

HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEM

REPLACEMENT FOR BROOKSVILLE OPERATIONS CENTER

I. OBJECTIVE:

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Seven, hereinafter referred to as the Department, seeks to obtain the services of a qualified, experienced, and licensed Vendor for removal and replacement of 10 HVAC systems at the Brooksville Operations Center, located at 16411 Spring Hill Drive, Brooksville, Florida 34604.

II. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED:

A. The Vendor shall be responsible to provide all necessary permits, equipment, materials, parts, supplies, labor, manufacturer's warranties, and Vendor warranties for parts and labor.

B. The Vendor shall remove and properly dispose of 10 existing HVAC systems serving buildings #7104, #7935, #7364, #7363, #7060, and #7070, including but not limited to thermostats, air handling units, ductwork, and the exterior condenser unit (complete assembly).

C. The Vendor shall provide and install the following complete HVAC systems in the following locations:

1. Administration Building #7104 Mechanical Room #128:

a. One 7.5-ton heat pump split heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. The system must have a minimum season energy efficiency ratio (SEER) rating of 15. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with manufacturer's specifications, as well as recommendations. The unit specified shall replace the existing one-7.5-ton unit.

b. One 2.5-ton heat pump split heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. The system must have a minimum SEER rating of 15. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as recommendations. The unit specified shall replace the existing one-2.5-ton unit.

c. One 5-ton heat pump split heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. The system must have a minimum SEER rating of 15. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as recommendations. The unit specified shall replace the existing one-5-ton unit.

2. Administration Building #7104 Mechanical Room #104:

a. One 3.5-ton heat pump split heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. The system must have a minimum SEER rating of 15. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as recommendations. The specified unit shall replace the existing one-3.5-ton unit.

b. One 3-ton heat pump split heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. The system must have a minimum SEER rating of 15. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as recommendations. The unit specified shall replace the existing one-3-ton unit.

3. Training Building #7935:

a. Two 3-ton heat pumps split heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. The system must have a minimum SEER rating of 15. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as recommendations. The unit specified shall replace the existing two-3-ton unit.

4. Supervisor Building #7364:

a. One 5-ton heat pump split heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. The system must have a minimum SEER rating of 15. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as recommendations. The unit specified shall replace the existing one-5-ton unit.

5. Warehouse Building #7363:

a. One 2.5-ton heat pump split heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. Installation shall include complete replacement of existing insulated metal supply and return duct work, ceiling grilles and all duct components. The system must have a minimum SEER rating of 15. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as recommendations. The unit specified shall replace the existing one-2.5-ton unit.

6. Auto Shop Building #7060:

a. One 2-ton dual zone ductless mini split heat pump heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. The system must have a minimum SEER rating of 21. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as recommendations. The unit specified shall replace the existing one-2-ton unit.

7. Team Members Building #7070:

a. One 2-ton dual zone ductless mini split heat pump heating and cooling HVAC system in the existing location of the replaced HVAC system. The system must have a minimum SEER rating of 21. All installations must create a complete assembly and comply with the manufacturer’s specifications, as well as recommendations. The unit specified shall replace the existing two-1-ton units.

D. The Vendor shall remove and replace all the interior air handling unit, air handler stands, exterior condensing unit, and associated components.

E. The Vendor shall provide and install programable digital thermostat for each new HVAC system.

F. The Vendor shall cap/disconnect and remove all plumbing and electrical services that are no longer in use.

G. The Vendor shall re-route/re-locate/re-install any plumbing, electrical, and lighting fixtures as required to not interrupt daily activities of plumbing or electric service to any part of the building. Installations/re-installations/relocations/re-routes must create a complete functional assembly.

H. The Vendor shall provide and install drain pans, plugs, and sump pumps for the systems.

I. The Vendor shall mount outdoor condenser unit on a raised slab or condenser base, and secure per Florida Building Code.

J. Duct work must be insulated and wrapped.

K. The Vendor shall reinstall existing ultraviolet (UV) lights existing in duct work.

L. The Vendor shall provide a metal refrigerant line set cover, and all refrigerant lines shall be insulated.

M. The Vendor provide all parts and labor to create a complete assembly that operates within manufacture’s design parameters and specifications.

N. The Vendor shall remove and provide new install refrigerant for all specified HVAC systems. The Vendor shall dispose of refrigerant per Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirement and remove condenser and air handler from site. The Vendor shall remove and replace copper line set, provide new R410a refrigerant, and provide new filter dryer to create a complete functional assembly.

O. The Vendor shall supply a float switch, water safety shutoff switch, drain pans, and plugs for the system.

P. The Vendor shall modify existing and fabricate new duct work, plenums, trunk lines, intakes, registers, and return duct work to tie into the air handling unit.

Modifications shall be within manufacturer's design parameters and create a complete assembly.

Q. The Vendor shall remove and replace any damaged insulation.

R. The Vendor shall provide and install new material to replace any material that was damaged in the installation process. The Vendor shall match color finish and material to the greatest extent possible for any material used on this project.

S. The Vendor shall ensure that outdoor electrical systems are in conduit and weatherproof.

T. The Vendor shall issue a one-year minimum warranty on labor and craftsmanship. The Vendor shall supply the Department with all associated material warranties.

U. The Vendor shall provide and install duct smoke detectors with resettable annunciator devices, dampers, and all fire protection devices required by Florida Building Code.

III. GENERAL REQUIRMENTS:

A. The Vendor shall complete all work in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, and codes.

B. All installations, modifications, or reinstallations must comply with the most recent Florida Building Codes.

C. The Vendor's bid shall include all required permits, labor, materials, equipment, and miscellaneous expenses including mileage and relevant insurance coverage as required to perform the work. The bid must also account for meetings with the Department Facilities Management, Department Contract Manager, and members of their project team to discuss inspection report details, answers, sign off on work and finishes, and provide clarification, as necessary.

D. All material supplied by the Vendor shall be NEW and without flaws.

E. The Vendor must be present for a kick-off meeting and walk through the work area to identify and document any existing conditions before the project begins.

F. Prior to final acceptance by the Department, all items will be tested after installation to prove and document that it meets the manufacturer’s specifications. Prior to final payment, the project must be inspected and approved by the Department Contract Manager to issue a written certification of completion that the project has been completed in accordance with the scope of services.

IV. VENDOR RESPONSIBILTIES:

A. Work area is defined as the Administration Building and adjacent surroundings, as defined in Attachment “A”, Project Location and Existing HVAC Photos

B. The Vendor shall be responsible for compliance with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.

C. Work will take place in a fully occupied building and work area. The Vendor shall take all necessary precaution and implement necessary measures to ensure the safety of all people on site, visiting the site, and working on the site.

D. The Vendor shall make all necessary accommodations to minimize disturbances to the daily operations taking place within the building. The Vendor shall not cause disruption to the operations taking place outside the project work area. The Vendor shall notify the Department Contract Manager should any disruptions need to take place as part of work.

E. Trash and debris shall not be placed in the Department trash dumpster or property.

F. All debris shall be cleaned up at the site daily and disposed of in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

G. The Vendor shall coordinate all work schedules, material acquisitions, and property access with the Department Contract Manager.

H. The Vendor will be responsible for repairing and finishing any damage to the facility, structure, or property made by the Vendor and/or their sub-contractors during the replacement process. Prior to final acceptance by the Department, the Contract Manager will generate a closing punch list that the Vendor will use to make any corrections or repairs to complete the project.

I. The Vendor shall submit any project delay/rain delay days to the Department Contract Manager within 48 hours of the delay.

J. The Vendor shall inspect completed work for compliance with applicable codes, scope of services, as well as industry standards of Quality and Craftsmanship before requesting inspections or submitting pay applications.

K. The Vendor shall provide full-time, onsite project management/supervision throughout the project performance period; supervisor may or may not be part of the work crew.

L. The Vendor shall keep detailed daily project notes and submit them by email to the Department Contract Manager at regular intervals. Intervals to be determined by the Department.

M. The Vendor shall field verify dimensions with the scope of services. Where conflict in existing scope occurs, the Vendor shall submit a proposed solution for review and approval by the Department Contract Manager prior to acting.

N. The Vendor is prohibited from any deviation of the scope of services or executing directives from anyone other than the Contract Manager or Contract Manager's delegate.

V. ACCESS TO THE SITE:

A. The Department will provide access to the Vendor and their sub-contractors to the Brooksville Operations Center building’s.

B. The Vendor shall supply the Department Contract Manager with a schedule of work hours/days requested. All work performed, unless otherwise authorized by the Department Contract Manager, shall be done between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 11:00pm. Monday through Sunday. There will be no variance in this schedule unless authorized in advance by the Department Contract Manager.

C. The Vendor must coordinate with the Department Contract Manager access requirements for all employees and equipment of the Vendor and/or sub-contractors.

D. The Department Contract Manager may also request a list of contractors, tradesmen, and employees. The Department Contract Manager also reserves the right to deny property access to any unapproved contractor, sub-contractor, or employee.

VI. BEGINNING AND LENGTH OF SERVICE:

The term of the contract will begin upon contract execution and be effective for two years thereafter.

VII. SERVICES/MATERIALS PROVIDED BY THE DEPARTMENT:

A. The Department will designate a Contract Manager for administering the terms and conditions of this contract as follows:

Ronald Bogats, District Seven FCO Facilities Management Email address: Ronald.Bogats@dot.state.fl.us Phone number: (813) 975-6769

The Department reserves the right to change the Contract Manager or appoint a delegate at any time.

B. Electricity and staging will be provided to the Vendor by the Department Contract Manager.

C. After execution of the contract and prior to any work being performed, the Department’s Contract Manager shall schedule a meeting to coordinate all work activity schedules, material acquisitions, and property access with the Vendor or their representative. The Contract Manager will review the requested work schedule (hours and dates) and will approve or request that the schedule be modified as required by the Department.

D. The Department will provide an outdoor staging area. Vendor shall submit a request for preferred staging area location(s) to the Department Contract Manager.

ATTACHMENT “A”

PROJECT LOCATION AND EXISTING HVAC PHOTOS

Site location: Brooksville Operations Center, 164111 Spring Hill Dr, Brooksville, FL 34604.

Administration Building #7104

Unit 1

Unit 2

Unit 3

Unit 4

Administration Building #7104

Unit 5

Unit 6

Training Building #7935

Air Handler Unit 1 & 2

Condensing Units 1 & 2

Supervisor Building #7364

Unit 1 Unit 1

Team Member Building #7070

Unit 1 Unit 2

Auto Shop Building #7060

Warehouse Building #7363

Unit 1 Unit 1

B-1

EXHIBIT “B”

METHOD OF COMPENSATION

HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEM

REPLACEMENT FOR BROOKSVILLE OPERATIONS CENTER

I. PURPOSE:

This Exhibit defines the limits of compensation to be made to the Vendor for the services set forth in Exhibit “A”, Scope of Services, and the method by which payments shall be made.

II. ASSIGNMENT OF WORK:

The Department shall request Vendor services on an as-needed basis. Services to be provided on each project will be initiated and completed as directed by the Contract Manager. A task work order (TWO) will be issued for each project scheduled.

III. COMPENSATION:

There is no budgetary ceiling; funds will be encumbered for each TWO.

This is a term contract whereby the Vendor agrees to furnish services during a prescribed period of time. The specific period of time completes such a contract.

The Department will authorize services based on need and availability of budget.

Execution of this contract does not guarantee that the work will be authorized.

IV. ESTABLISHMENT OF TWO AMOUNT:

The Department’s Contract Manager will issue a TWO, based on the prices established in Exhibit "C",…