ITB202605_Directional_Boring_Services__Exhibit_D.pdf

This is a Drug-Free Workplace Certification exhibit for the Directional Boring Services contract issued by the City of Milton, Florida under Invitation to Bid (ITB) 2026.05. The certification form is required pursuant to Florida Statute 287.087 and applies to Contract No. PW-DB-2026-01. The City seeks qualified and licensed contractors to provide horizontal directional drilling (HDD) services on an as-needed, purchase order basis for the installation, extension, maintenance, and repair of underground utility infrastructure, including water, sewer, and natural gas systems within the City of Milton and Santa Rosa County. Bidders must hold all licenses required under Florida Chapter 489 at the time of bid submission and maintain such licensure throughout the contract term. Award shall be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in accordance with applicable Florida law and the City's Purchasing Policy.

The Drug-Free Workplace Certification requires bidders to indicate whether they have implemented a drug-free workplace program in accordance with Florida Statutes 287.087. Bidders must certify their status through an authorized signature, with false certification potentially resulting in bid rejection, loss of preference, contract termination, and other legal remedies. When two or more bids are equal with respect to price, quality, and service, preference may be given to businesses with implemented drug-free workplace programs. The work constitutes public construction-related services subject to the bidding thresholds of Florida Statute 255.20 and payment and performance bond requirements of Florida Statute 255.05.