FWC 25-26.77C Addendum 1 Final.pdf

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DATE: FEBRUARY 19, 2026

ADDENDUM NO.: 1

BID NO.: FWC 25/26-77

BID TITLE: MODULAR OFFICE IN COLLIER COUNTY

UPDATE: QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

The enclosed addendum has been issued for consideration in the preparation of your response to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) Solicitation No. FWC 25/26-77, “Modular Office in Collier County”.

All responses to the subject solicitation must be received no later than 4:00 PM (ET) on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

A response received after the exact time specified will not be considered.

Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes (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, Florida Statutes. Written notices, formal requests and proceedings must conform with the requirements set forth in Chapter 28-110, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.). Protests must be filed with the Purchasing Office, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 1875 Orange Avenue East, Tallahassee, Florida 32311-6160 within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), F.S. and Chapter 28-110, F.A.C.

Sincerely, Elbert Orellana FWC Procurement Manager

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QUESTION #1

Is the Owner claiming Sales Tax Exemption for this Scope of Work?

ANSWER #1

All materials used to build the modular unit and ramp purchased by the Contractor are not tax exempt, however, the completed modular unit and ramp that will be sold to the Owner would be tax exempt.

QUESTION #2

If the Bid is >$100,000, what bonds are required?

ANSWER #2

If a bid is over $100,000 dollars, then a 5% bid bond must be included with your bid package. If it is under $100,000 dollars no bid bond is required.

QUESTION #3

Confirm all site preparation including grading and/or surface scraping of organic materials, leveling to +/- 3” under proposed modular building envelope extending 3’ beyond the perimeter of the final footprint (including proposed area for ramp and stair system) is provided by Owner.

Contractor is to deliver and install purchased equipment (e.g. modular building, ramp and stair systems) atop a prepped and ready site prepared by Owner.

ANSWER #3

All site grading/scraping/leveling for the modular building is to be completed by Owner in advance. If the modular plans provided by Contractor require grading the pad flatter (such as max variation of 3”), then Owner will build up the pad so that the low side (10.0) will be raised to 10.4, or otherwise as required, and grade to the high corner at 10.6. Note that the initial drawings provided had comments that may have been misleading as to the on site grade. Grade across the footprint of the building and ramp area varies about 6 inches at maximum. Note preparation of the pad by FWC does not include preparation for the 4” slab-on-grade landings which will require a bit of scraping (about 86 square feet) for the concrete placement, plus a similar area for the ramp toe where it meets the landing. Note that the ramp and stair system is not a purchased equipment, but rather field framed as seen on attached sheets S-1.0 and S-2.0.

QUESTION #4

Confirm all underground utilities, both public and private, are located and marked above ground prior to Contractor’s installation of required ground anchors within the perimeter of the final footprint (including proposed area for ramp and stair system) is provided by Owner.

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ANSWER #4

Contractor shall call 811 and perform GPR if needed as to ensure no conflicts.

QUESTION #5

Confirm at least two (2) corners of the proposed modular building will be grade staked with final desired Finished Floor Elevation (FFE) of the proposed modular building will be provided by Owner at least 15 days prior to Contractor’s delivery and installation of purchased equipment (e.g.

modular building, ramp and stair systems).

ANSWER #5

Contractor shall provide surveyor as required for setting the modular, landing, and boardwalk elevations, as well as to create the as-built survey.

QUESTION #6

Confirm Owner is obtaining and paying for all permitting requirements, permits, and associated permitting fees, including but not limited to, Building, Fire, Development/Civil, utility servicing, FEMA certificates, water district and management authorities, impact fees, etc.

ANSWER #6

Owner has obtained all relevant regulatory permits. Contractor shall pull the building permit.

Owner will pay for all permitting requirements.

QUESTION #7

Confirm with whom Contractor should coordinate any required inspections for Contractor’s Work on behalf of all permits pulled/obtained by Owner? It is assumed Contractor is responsible for failed inspection fees and corrections of its Work.

ANSWER #7

All coordination including inspections, submittal reviews, RFI, and pay-app requests shall go through the project manager David Telesco, FWC assistant section leader. Mr. Telesco will delegate further as needed.

QUESTION #8

Confirm material preference for proposed ramp and stair system – solicitation specification 4.3.1 requires “ADA Compliant” per Figure 3. Note, commercial applications, especially for public facilities, suggest pre-engineered concrete and metal systems are superior to site-built wood-framed when considering fire safety, risk mitigation and insurance premiums, durability and maintenance, and lifespan. Specifically, Collier County LDC Section 5.05.08 and/or FBC Building, Chapter 16 (Structural Design) Section 1609 may conflict with Contractor’s interpretation and it’s ability to provide a stipulated firm fixed price. The current solicitation is insufficiently detailed

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and non-permittable with the stated design criteria and unclear permitting responsibilities coordinated by Owner.

ANSWER #8

The plans have been reviewed for compliance with Collier County LDC Section 5.05.08 by Collier County, SDPA Permit received on January 15th, 2026. The plans have been reviewed for fire compliance by the State Fire Marshal and approved September 11th, 2025. The plans have been reviewed for wind loads by the engineer of record, signed, and sealed October 9th, 2025

QUESTION #9

Confirm desired means and methods via professionally designed drawings (FL licensed architect or engineer, manufacturer’s shop drawings), or provide sufficient ramp and stair details for bidding and construction.

ANSWER #9

For stair and ramp details, please refer to framing and foundation plans and details seen on attached sheets S-1.0 and S-2.0.

QUESTION #10

Confirm source or technical standard for HVAC design criteria listed within Project Specifications

4.2.14 and 4.3.8. If unable to provide such standard or criteria, will an HVAC de-humidification system suffice for Owner’s expectations of actual HVAC performance criteria?

ANSWER #10

The modular plans that are to be provided by the modular building provider that the Contractor selects shall include the MEP plans and energy calculations and shall conform to FBC minimums or better.

QUESTION #11

Confirm Finished Floor Elevation of proposed modular building. Scope of Work Figure 2 shows plan north grade elevation is 12.80.’ Plan south and nearest proposed modular building entrance shows 11.00’ grade elevation. This means there is an approximate 1.80’ grade change/slope over ~20’-30’ as shown in the Figure. Section 4.2 basis of design of the building suggests a required 31” +/- 6” modular building Finished Floor Elevation (FFE) Above Finished Grade (AFG). Bidder’s questions 3, 4, 5, 8 and 9 are materially effected based on the Owner’s response/answer.

ANSWER #11

Please refer to the grading plan on attached C-3.0, FFE is 12.80. The parking area beneath the modular varies from 10.0 to 10.6. Adjusting the grading of the parking lot pad area will be accomplished by FWC prior to construction if required. Please submit the modular building plans for review prior to ordering or mobilization.

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QUESTION #12

Confirm Contractor is to provide signed/sealed drawings for Building Permit coordination purposes only (actual submission and paying of fees is by Owner) for 1) proposed modular office building, and 2) foundation/installation. All other drawings are to be provided by Owner.

ANSWER #12

Contractor is to submit for building permit the engineered Civil and Structural plans provided (site, foundation and boardwalk) as well as a pre-engineered modular office building plan from their modular building provider. Building Permit fees will be paid by Owner.

QUESTION #13

Confirm nonattendance on the Mandatory Pre-Bid Call Dated 02-13-26 will deem any bid response from a non-attendee as Non Responsive Bid

ANSWER #13

Any person who did not attend the pre-bid conference may still submit a bid but they will be considered non-responsive and will not be considered a legitimate bid for this project.

QUESTION #14

Is this contract subject to Davis Bacon wages?

ANSWER #14

No. Davis Bacon does not apply as this project is not Federally Funded

QUESTION #15

If Davis Bacon applies, how should the modular installers be classified?

ANSWER #15

Davis Bacon does not apply as this project is not Federally Funded.

QUESTION #16

Scope of work specifies 12’x36’ modular. The industry standard for a 12’ modular building is 11’8” exterior width. Is 11’8” width acceptable?

ANSWER #16

Yes, 11’-8” width is acceptable.

QUESTION #17

What material should used to construct the ramp (PT wood, aluminum or concrete)?

ANSWER #17

PT wood, please see sheets S-1.0 and S-2.0.

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QUESTION #18

Will a level (+/- 2 inches) building pad be provided?

ANSWER #18

Yes, if required by the modular manufacturer. Please see response to question #3 above

QUESTION #19

What flood zone is the installation location?

ANSWER #19

9.5’ AH, AE, and X, NAVD

QUESTION #20

What is the Base Flood Elevation?

ANSWER #20

BFE is 9.5’ DFE is 10.5’

QUESTION #21

What is the elevation of the building pad?

ANSWER #21

About 10.5’ NAVD. Also see answer to #3 and 18 above.

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