Golden Gem Utility Improvements - General Wage Decision Summary

This document is a General Wage Decision (GWD FL20250119 HEAVY 01.03.2025) issued by the State of Florida for use on the City of Umatilla's N/S Golden Gem Utility Improvements project. The project involves construction of new water lines, new sewer lines, pavement reconstruction, and general restoration along North/South Golden Gem Drive from Cayman Circle to East/West Golden Gem Drive. The scope includes installation of 10" and 12" PVC/HDPE water mains, 6" PVC force mains, gate valves, and associated utility infrastructure components. A mandatory pre-bid conference was conducted on January 16, 2025, with sealed bids due by February 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. The City Council is scheduled to review bids on March 4, 2025, with final contract approval anticipated on March 18, 2025, and a projected Notice to Proceed prior to March 31, 2025. Bidders must submit two physical copies and one digital copy of their bid documents obtained from DPS Apopka for a non-refundable fee.

The wage decision establishes prevailing labor rates for all workers on this project, including classifications for common utility construction positions. Contractors are required to comply with the specified wage rates and provide a 110% Payment & Performance Bond. Approximately $900,000 in grant funding is available, though the total project budget will be determined through the competitive bidding process. The project is locally funded by the City of Umatilla and requires compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including E-Verify requirements and equal opportunity provisions. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are indicated, and the contract terms and conditions will be finalized upon award. Subcontractors must be comprehensively listed on Section 00301-A forms to ensure full transparency of the project team composition.