Lake_Ferns_Road_Industrial_Park_Summary_of_Addendum_2_Plan_Changes.pdf

This is a Summary of Addendum #2 Plan Changes document for the Lake Ferns Road Industrial Park infrastructure improvement project being procured by the City of Umatilla, Florida. The addendum outlines modifications to the original construction plans across multiple plan sheets, including adjustments to the proposed right-of-way (Sheet C-400), modifications to demo fence specifications (Sheet C-420), revisions to fence, gate, and driveway configurations, addition of a splash pad facility (Sheet C-620), adjustments to waste management layout with conversion to HDPE Direct Bury specifications (Sheet C-720), and the addition of a fire hydrant assembly detail (Sheet C-840). The project encompasses comprehensive infrastructure development across approximately 19.835 acres, including construction of new water lines, sewer lines, roadways, site grading, and stormwater management systems. The mandatory pre-bid conference was held on January 16, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in the City of Umatilla Council Chambers, with sealed bids due by 2:00 p.m. on February 13, 2025 (Bid Number ITB-25-PW-001). The City Council is expected to award the contract on March 4, 2025, with final contract approval on March 18, 2025, and a Notice to Proceed anticipated prior to March 31, 2025.

The project has secured $4.8 million in grant funding against original project estimates of approximately $2.7 million. Bidders must submit two physical copies and one digital copy of their proposal and provide a bid bond, corporate resolution, non-collusion affidavit, and trench safety affidavit, along with proof of adequate insurance and current licensing. The contract includes liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day for failure to complete the project within the specified timeframe. The project involves installation of 10-inch PVC water mains, 4-inch force mains, roadway construction with ribbon curbs, drainage systems, and utility infrastructure across three proposed industrial lots. Environmental considerations include a 0.205-acre wetland area with a proposed 25-foot buffer zone, and the site encompasses multiple soil types including Sparr, Immokalee, Pompano, and Wauchula soils.