miami-dade RPQ_No_MDFRD-898-83-GC.pdf

Fire Rescue Facilities and Construction Division 9300 NW 41 Street Miami FL 33178

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

REQUEST FOR PRICE QUOTATION (RPQ)

Contract No: MCC 7360 Plan RPQ No: MDFRD-898-83-GC

INVITATION TO BID

A RPQ has been issued for the work identified below. If you are interested in submitting a bid for this project, please submit your bid via Sealed Envelopes, attention to Marisabel B Bermejo at 9300 NW 41 Street, Doral, FL 33178 no later than 9/3/2026 at 10:00 AM. If you have any questions, contact Roland Bujeiro at 786-331-4532.

This RPQ is issued under the terms and conditions of the Miscellaneous Construction Contracts (MCC) Program MCC 7360 Plan.

RPQ DETAILED BREAKDOWN

Bid Due Date: 9/3/2026 Time Due: 10:00 AM Submitted Via: Sealed Envelopes Estimated Value: $1,100,000 (excluding Contingencies and Dedicated Allowances) Project Name: TEMPORARY TRAILER AT STATION 83 PHASE 2 - REBID Project Location: 8141 NW 80th Street. Miami, Fl 33166 License Requirements: Primary: General Building Contractor Sub: Concrete Work; Metal Awning / Storm Shutter; Air Conditioning Unlimited; Electrical

Contractor; Low Voltage Scope of Work: (Contractor must obtain and submit all permits prior to performing any work).

CONTRACTOR TO FURNISH THE NECESSARY MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND LABOR TO

ACCOMPLISH THE FOLLOWING:

SCOPE OF WORK- Phase 2 ONLY

The work, in general consists of but not limited to the following:

For the purposes of this RPQ, the scope of work that follows is strictly limited to Phase 2, herein noted on the provided site plan and accompanied drawings. Contractor is to exclude all work pertaining to the temporary trailer (N.I.C.) noted on the provided site plan and accompanied drawings. All other items on the plans/specifications are to be included. No other work is to be included in this proposal.

• Layout of Work: The work, in general consists of cut, removal and dispose of existing Asphalt at designated areas as needed to accommodate new concrete slabs for Steel Containers. Make reference to the project contract drawings for site locations and details. Fire Station #83- located at 8141 NW 80th street, Miami, Fl. 33166.

• New Gable Canvas Apparatus Awning. (Refer to plans for location and details). GC to provide shop drawings for approval prior to fabrication. Canopies are to be inclusive of all asphalt cutting/patching, compaction, engineering calculations, necessary shop drawings, and engineer designed footings required for the structures.

• Furnish and Install (3) new insulated roof canopies (refer to site plan for locations). Canopies are to be inclusive of all asphalt cutting/patching, compaction, engineering calculations, necessary shop drawings, and engineer designed footings required for the structures. Contractor is to refer to plans for approximate minimum dimensions to accommodate MDFR Fire Engine Vehicles.

Color it TBD. GC to provide MDFR PM a color palate prior to purchase and fabrication for approval.

• Proposed gym w/ (2) 8’x20’ (High Cube) container structures, shall be installed by the GC on a new 6” min(V.I.F.) concrete reinforced slab. Containers are to be anchored to the new slab and fastened to each other as shown on plans. Contractor to refer to plans and specs regarding interior/exterior finishes and necessary equipment i.e. HVAC, electrical, (see exercise room equipment schedule for list of GC provided exercise equipment).

• Exercise Fitness & Equipment System: The contractor shall provide the necessary labor, material and equipment to furnish, assemble and install All exercise equipment shown on floor plan & equipment schedule, inside the steel container as shown herein the project contract drawings. Note, window(s) and doors on the containers must have NOAs and have Miami Dade county product approval. Compaction testing and termite treatment to the new slab is by contractor. Compaction reports and termite certificate are to be provided to MDFR pm.

• Proposed new Bunker Gear Room w/ (1) 8’x20’ (High Cube) container structure, shall be installed by the GC on a new 6” min (V.I.F.)concrete reinforced slab. Container to be anchored to the new slab and fastened as shown on plans. Contractor to refer to plans and specs regarding interior/exterior finishes and necessary equipment.

• GearGrid Standard Wall Mounted Lockers: The contractor shall provide the necessary labor, material and equipment to furnish, assemble and install (21) GearGrid wall mounted lockers with doors; Color: Red - 20”W x 20”D x72”H (21-Openings/Bank of 21). Gear Hanger Hanging Rods- 20”, and Gear Hanger Secure Bracket Kits; to be installed inside the steel container as shown herein contract drawings, sheet A-2.0, for details. Bunker Gear containers are to be provided with the appropriate steel backing, to receive full wall height with Diamond Plate finish for wall mounted GearGrid-lockers. GC to coordinate backing type and locations with manufacturer, see herein contract drawings for details.

• Proposed new EMS room w/ (1) 8’x20’ (High Cube) container structure, shall be installed by the GC on a new 6” min(V.I.F.) concrete reinforced slab. Container to be anchored to the new slab and fastened as shown on plans. Contractor to refer to plans and specs regarding interior/exterior finishes and necessary equipment.

• EMS Room: Adjacent to the Geargrid container, contractor shall provide the necessary labor, material and EMS equipment to furnish, assemble and install (8) Metal Storage Racks F1 & F2, to be installed inside the steel container as shown herein contract drawings A-2.0, for details.

• HVAC, electrical, Note, window(s) and doors on the containers must have NOAs and have Miami Dade county product approval. Compaction testing and termite treatment to the new slab is by contractor. Contractor to include in proposal ALL drywells and condensate lines pertaining to ALL HVAC units within this scope of work, inclusive of asphalt patching and repairs.

• New HVAC units to be mounted on exterior welded heavy duty, 2” minimum steel angles, painted with rust proof epoxy paint.

• Containers are to be in new condition. Used containers will not be approved nor accepted.

Documentation certifying containers are new are to be provided to MDFR PM. Containers are to be watertight and properly sealed at all new weld areas and new penetrations.

• GC to provide a new gate controller island. Refer to site plans for locations and details. New Inner loop is also to be included and installed in existing asphalt. Refer to site plan for location. All asphalt cutting/patching and repairs is also to be included.

• GC to provide and install new pedestal mounted dual combo card reader/keypad. All conduits and wiring are to be provided and installed by contractor.

• Provide new FDOT thermoplastic parking lot stripping at various locations throughout subject site. Refer to site plans for said locations.

Additional Electrical Scope of Work: The following is to be included as part of this RPQ:

• Electrical/Low Voltage

1. Furnish all labor, equipment and materials required to complete all of the Electrical Work as further described below and within plans provided.

2. Contractor shall provide and install 1” conduit with pull string from trailer IT closet to containers as shown in drawings. Coordinate exact location with MDFR Project Manager.

3. Contractor shall not be responsible for the following wiring systems inside the temporary trailers.

a. US Digital Alert/Recall system wiring, devices, and terminations.

b. Fire alarm system wiring, devices, and terminations.

c. Data Cabling wiring, devices, and terminations.

4. Conduits installed under vehicle traffic areas shall be no less than 24” in depth (top of conduit).

5. Contractor shall not de-energize any electrical panel or circuit without the approval of MDFR Project Manager.

6. Contractor shall provide submittals and/or shop drawings for MDFR approvals prior to purchase of equipment.

7. Contractor shall be responsible for any damage done during trenching and excavating operations.

8. Contractor shall provide safety barricades, fence, etc. and to maintain all construction areas of the project in a safe manner.

• Card Reader System (NEW INSTALLATION)

1. Required Equipment

a. Genetec Mercury 2 Reader Interface PCB Board/Modules: Controls up to 6 Readers.

b. Genetec Mercury Intelligent Controller: Interfaces with the reader boards.

c. Genetec Cabinet Enclosure: LifeSafety Power E4M up to 8 Doors Enclosure with Mercury backplate. Large enough to house the controller and associated devices (batteries, power supplies, cloud link, etc.).

d. Synergis Cloud Link: Includes necessary software.

e. Surge Suppression Devices.

f. Backup Batteries: Minimum rating of 7AH.

g. Card Reader SIGNO Black, 20K: Reader locations are shown on plans (gates, entrances, exits etc.) Replace all existing card readers.

h. Door Strikes: HES 9600/9700 Electric Strike for Rim Exit Devices

2. System Integration Requirements Licenses

a. Include all necessary installation and operational licenses.

3. Coordination

a. Work with MDFR IT Department to ensure seamless integration.

4. Execution of Work

a. Wiring

i. Existing wiring will remain in place and be used. New wiring will be required at new reader locations as shown on plans.

b. Existing Devices

i. Existing lock mechanisms and door contacts as shown on plans shall be removed and replaced.

See section 1.

ii. Existing Kantech controllers shall be removed and replaced. See section 1.

iii. Existing network device connected to Kantech controllers shall be removed.

c. New Devices

i. New lock mechanisms, and door contacts shall be installed at new locations.

5. Product Submittals

a. Provide to MDFR Project Manager for review before ordering.

6. Work Sequencing Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to complete work efficiently and meet project deadlines. Repairs and Repainting Contractor will repair and repaint any damaged walls, matching existing Fire Station colors, at their own cost.

• Contractor shall be registered and certified with Genetec systems to perform tasks noted in sections 1-6 above.

Dimensions and specifications indicated on the project contract drawings, shall be verified by the contractor. The contractor shall notify Miami-Dade Fire Rescue immediately of any deviations or conditions encountered which are contrary to those indicated on the project contract documents.

Failure to make notifications shall place responsibility upon the contractor to carry out the work in a satisfactory and workmanlike manner.

Contractor to provide labor, material, transportation and equipment and perform all operations associated and required to achieve the completion of the exterior site plan improvements herein specified. Contractor to follow and comply with the requirements listed on the RPQ and contract project drawings at all times. Contractor is responsible and required to comply with all requirements according to the Miscellaneous Construction Contractor MCC7360.

The work shall be sequenced as necessary to coordinate the work of all subcontractors and suppliers in the most effective manner to diligently complete the work and meet the project schedule as well as the Contract completion deadline.

Work required to be accomplished during off hours and weekends as necessary to meet the project schedule or sequence of the work, shall be performed by the contractor at no additional cost to owner.

If contractor disturbs any existing adjacent areas and interior/exterior spaces, they shall repair or replace as needed to match existing or bring back to its original conditions.

Additional work includes, but not limited to:

Electrical - Contractor to provide and install All Electrical work including low-voltage associated with the proposed project contract drawings. Contractor shall be familiar with the project contract drawings as well as the project site. All Electrical installation work shall comply and meet All standard requirements of the NEC, FBC, and any other applicable Federal, State and local codes, such as local electric utility and telephone company.

Plumbing/Piping - Contractor to provide and install All Plumbing/sewer work associated with the approved project drawings only if applicable. The contractor shall be familiar with the project contract drawings as well as the project site. Plumbing Installation work shall comply and meet all standard requirements of the NFPA, IFGC and NFGC.

Shop Drawing’s approval required by MDFR, prior to any fabrication or ordering materials and installation, as well as Notice of Acceptance NOA. The awarded contractor shall provide (5) copies of the proposed Shop Drawings with calculations for review and approval no later than 5-days after receipt of Contract Award & Purchase Order.

It is the intension of the Contract Project drawings for Station 83; thereto require that all materials be used in the manner intended by the manufacturer, and that all work be performed by the standards adopted by appropriate trade associated. To this objective, where a particular system, product, material or services is specified, the applicable current standard specifications or recommendations of the manufacturer are thereby incorporated.

All construction related debris shall be removed by the contractor daily, as construction debris piling WILL NOT be allowed unless properly placed in a construction dumpster. Construction dumpster will be used for loose debris and construction waste materials, unless contractor removes the construction debris daily and immediately after each construction phase. Grounds during and after construction shall be clean of ALL related construction debris including nails, scrap materials, etc. Contractor is responsible and shall include the dumpster(s) and /or debris removal (hauling) as part of their project bid.

Contractor storing of material will only be allowed by contractor written request and MDFR Construction written approval. If grounds are used for storing material, equipment, working area, etc., contractor to return grounds, grass areas to its original conditions; this include any damage occurred during construction phase process.

Contractor is responsible for all Interior and Exterior wall paint damage as well as painting new scope of work areas, at the cost of the contractor, including cost of paint and labor to match existing paint colors.

Contractor shall provide MDFRD with a three (3) years labor warranty after the FINAL acceptance approval by the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department, Project Construction Manager.

MDFR Fire Rescue Facilities are NOT allowed for contractor’s use, therefore contractor SHALL provide OHSA approved portable toilets; service & maintain port-o-let and other temporary equipment for contractors and subcontractors use for the entirety of the project duration.

Contractor and their employees are not allowed inside the fire stations for any reason other than emergency purposes.

MDFR emergency vehicles have the Right-Of-Way at all times. Contractor’s and or Subcontractors are not to block or interfere with MDFR daily operations.

Safety and Security Precautions – All on-site contractor’s personnel, shall have identification and or company business attire according to the rules and regulations set by the Miscellaneous Construction Contract MCC7360. Contractor shall be responsible for the storage and protection of materials & equipment’s. Contractor shall provide barriers/ barricades etc. as necessary to prevent entry and protect construction employees/ personnel at all times. Contractor shall be responsible for all safety precautions and accident preventive provisions of OSHA and all applicable safety codes; Including no claims shall be made against (MDFR) by reason of any act of an employee or trespasser.

Environmental Protection – Contractor shall be responsible for the prevention of environmental pollution including but not limited to: Dust control protection barriers to protect and seal off with visqueen plastic all adjacent interior spaces; etc. as a result of construction operations under this project contract.

Document Pickup: Contact: Phone No: Date: 1/1/1900 Location:

Pre-Bid Meeting:: YES Mandatory: YES Date: 7/16/2026 Time: 10:00 AM

Location: 8141 NW 80th Street. Miami, Fl 33166

Site Meeting: YES Mandatory: YES Date: 7/16/2026 Time: 10:00 AM Location: 8141 NW 80th Street. Miami, Fl 33166

Bid shall be submitted to: Contact: Marisabel B Bermejo Address: 9300 NW 41 Street, Doral, FL 33178 Email: benedit@miamidade.gov FAX # :

Type of Contract: Multiple Trade Method of Award: Lowest Responsible Bidder Method of Payment: Scheduled Monthly Payments Insurance Required: YES

Additional Insurance Required: NO If Yes - Minimum Coverage:

Performance & Payment Bond Required: YES Bid Bond Required: YES

Davis Bacon: NO Maintenance Wages: NO AIPP: NO Amount:

DBE Participation: NO Percentage: 0.00% DBE Subcontractor Forms Required: NO SBE-S Requirements YES Percentage: 1.00% SBE-Services Commodity Set-Aside NO If Yes, Service = SBE-G Requirements NO Percentage: 0.00% SBE-Goods Commodity Set-Aside NO If Yes, Goods = Liquidated Damages: YES $$ Per Day: $250.00 For RPQ's less than $10,000, if no LD rate is specified, the County reserves the right to assess actual damages in lieu of LDs.

Design Drawing Included: YES Shop Drawing Included: NO Specifications Included: NO Anticipated Start Date: 9/21/2026 Calendar Days for Project Completion: 210 Comments: Pursuant to Section 2-8.10 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, this Contract is subject to a user access fee under the County’s User Access Program (UAP) in the amount of two percent (2%).

All construction services provided under this contract are subject to the 2% UAP. This fee applies to all Contract usage whether by County Departments or by any other governmental, quasi-governmental or not-for-profit entity. From every payment made to the Contractor under this contract (including the payment of retainage), the County will deduct the two percent (2%) UAP fee provided in the ordinance and the Contractor will accept such reduced amount as full compensation for any and all deliverables under the contract. The County shall retain the 2% UAP for use by the County to help defray the cost of its procurement program. Contractor participation in this pay request reduction portion of the UAP is mandatory.

Provided, however, UAP shall not be applicable for total contract values, inclusive of contingency and allowance accounts, of less than five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00).

1. MANDATORY PRE-BID MEETING AND SITE VISIT: A MANDATORY pre-bid meeting and site visit has been scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 8141 NW 80 Street, Miami, FL 33166. Please make sure to arrive promptly.

2. SEALED BIDS for this project will be received for and on behalf of Miami-Dade County, by Miami Dade Fire Rescue Headquarters at 9300 NW 41st Street, Miami, Florida, 33178.

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION** Currently MDFR Headquarters is undergoing major renovations therefore, bidders are encourage to arrive early in order to find parking and check-in with security.

3. LIQUIDATED DAMAGES in the amount of $250 per calendar day will be assessed for each day the project is delayed.

4. BID BOND: All Bids shall be accompanied by 1 original fully executed and 2 copies of original of a bid guarantee for not less than 5% of the amount of the total bid, which includes all contingencies and allowances, and at the option of the bidder shall be one of the following: a certified check, a bank draft payable to Miami-Dade County, US Government Bonds at par values, or bid bond secured by a surety company.

5. PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BOND: Bidders submitting Bids and to whom a contingent award is made shall duly execute and deliver to the County a Performance and Payment Bond in an amount that represents 100% of the Bid price offered by the Bidder. The Performance and Payment Bond Form supplied by the County shall be the only acceptable form. 00431 - Surety Performance and Payment Bond Form is herewith included. The completed form shall be delivered to the County within 14 calendar days of the date that the Notice of Award Recommendation is issued.

6. RFI: The last day for project RFI QUESTIONS is on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Any questions submitted after aforementioned date shall not be considered. MDFR will review and answer the questions, prior to the bid due date.

7. SCHEDULE OF VALUES: Bidders shall submit a detailed Schedule of Values (SOV) as part of their sealed bid package. The Schedule of Values must clearly itemize and assign a value to each major component of the work and accurately reflect the full scope of services required under the contract. As such, bidders are required to provide sufficient detail to clearly identify all work elements, including labor, materials, equipment, allowances, and any other costs associated with the completion of the project.

8. UAP and IG Fees: UAP and IG Fees will apply.

9. INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE:

Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless the County and its officers, employees, agents and instrumentalities from any and all liability, losses or damages, including attorney's fees and costs of defense, which the County or its officers, employees, agents or instrumentalities may incur as a result of claims, demands, suits, causes of actions or proceedings of any kind or nature arising out of, relating to or resulting from the performance of this Agreement by the Contractor or its employees, agents, servants, partners principals or subcontractors.

Contractor shall pay all claims and losses in connection therewith and shall investigate and defend all claims, suits or actions of any kind or nature in the name of the County, where applicable, including appellate proceedings, and shall pay all costs, judgments, and attorney's fees which may issue thereon. Contractor expressly understands and agrees that any insurance protection required by this Agreement or otherwise provided by the Contractor shall in no way limit the responsibility to indemnify, keep and save harmless and defend the County or its officers, employees, agents and instrumentalities as herein provided.

The Contractor shall furnish MIAMI DADE FIRE RESCUE DEAPRTMENT, 9300 NW 41 STREET, DORAL, FL 33178, Certificate(s) of Insurance which indicate that insurance coverage has been obtained which meets the requirements as outlined below:

For contracts of a value under $1,000,000.00

A. Worker’s Compensation Insurance for all employees of the Contractor as required by Florida Statute 440.

a. If applicable should include coverage required under the U.S. Longshoremen and Harbor Worker’s Act (USL&H) and/or Jones Act for any activities on or about navigable water.

B. Commercial General Liability in an amount not less than $300,000 per occurrence, and $600,000 in the aggregate. Miami-Dade County must be shown as an additional insured with respect to this coverage.

C. Automobile Liability Insurance covering all owned, non-owned and hired vehicles used in connection with the work, in an amount not less than $300,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage.

*Under no circumstances are Contractors permitted on the Aviation Department, Aircraft Operating Airside (A.O.A) at Miami International Airport without increasing automobile coverage to $5 million. Only vehicles owned or leased by a company will be authorized. $1 million limit applies at all other airports.

For contracts of a value over $1,000,000.00

A. Worker’s Compensation Insurance for all employees of the Contractor as required by Florida Statute 440.

a. If applicable should include coverage required under the U.S. Longshoremen and Harbor Workers Act (USL&H) and/or Jones Act for any activities on or about navigable water.

B. Commercial General Liability in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, and $2,000,000 in the aggregate. Miami-Dade County must be shown as an additional insured with respect to this coverage.

C. Automobile Liability Insurance covering all owned, non-owned and hired vehicles used in connection with the work, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage.

Under no circumstances are Contractors permitted on the Aviation Department, Aircraft Operating Airside (A.O.A) at Miami International Airport without increasing automobile coverage to $5 million. Only vehicles owned or leased by a company will be authorized. One-million dollar limit applies at all other airports.

The following additional insurance coverages might be applicable. Please contact Risk Management if further clarification is needed:

If asbestos abatement or removal operations, environmental work as in extraction of contaminated soil, and/or transportation/delivery/unloading of hazardous materials is required of the Contractor shall furnish to Miami Dade Fire Rescue Department, 9300 NW 41 Street, Doral, FL 33178, Certificate(s) of Insurance which indicate that insurance coverage has been obtained which meets the requirement as outlined above in letter A-C and below:

a. Pollution Liability insurance, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 covering third party claims, remediation expenses, and legal defense expenses arising from on-site and off-site loss, or expense or claim related to the release or threatened release of Hazardous Materials that result in contamination or degradation of the environment and surrounding ecosystems, and/or cause injury to humans and their economic interest.

If construction of a building(s) or structure(s) occurs as either ground-up new, addition or structural renovation of an existing structure is required, the Contractor shall furnish to Miami Dade Fire Rescue Department, 9300 NW 41 Street, Doral, FL 33178 Certificate(s) of Insurance which indicate that insurance coverage has been obtained which meets the requirement as outlined above in letter a below:

a. Builders Risk Insurance on an all-risk basis in an amount not less than one hundred (100%) percent of the completed contract value of the building(s) or structure(s). The policy shall be in the name of Miami Dade County and the Contractor. If work being done involves existing structure, then coverage needs to include coverage for existing structure.

For renovation or equipment install projects with values greater than $1,000,000:

a. Installation Floater on an "all risk" basis in an amount not less than one hundred percent (100%) of the insurable value of the equipment and materials. The policy shall list Miami Dade County as a Loss Payee A.T.I.M.A.

For contracts that requires professional services such as testing, design, engineering, architectural or other related professional services the Contractor shall furnish to MIAMI DADE FIRE RESCUE DEAPRTMENT, 9300 NW 41 STREET, DORAL, FL 33178 , Certificate(s) of Insurance which indicate that insurance coverage has been obtained which meets the requirement as outlined above in letter A-C and below

a. Professional Liability in the amount not less than $ 1,000,000 per claim

All insurance policies required above shall be issued by companies authorized to do business under the laws of the State of Florida, with the following qualifications:

The company must be rated no less than A- as to management, and no less than Class VII as to financial strength, by Best’s Insurance Guide, published by A.M. Best Company, Oldwick, New Jersey, or its equivalent, subject to the approval of the County Risk Management Division.

or

The company must hold a valid Florida Certificate of Authority as shown in the latest List of All Insurance Companies Authorized or Approved to Do Business in Florida issued by the State of Florida Department of Financial Services.

NOTE: CERTIFICATE HOLDER MUST READ: MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

111 NW 1st STREET

SUITE 2340

MIAMI, FL 33128

SPD recommends a 1.0 % SBE-G&S goal in the following recommended services/commodities:

• (NIGP 33055) Fencing, Temporary (For Construction and Other Industrial or Safety Uses)

• (NIGP 97537) Garbage/Refuse Equipment, Dumpsters, etc. Rental or Lease.

• (NIGP 79050) Sodding

• (NIGIP 90976) Site Work (Incl. Site Clean-Up)

DISCLOSURE:

• Contractor shall indemnify and hold harmless the County and its officers, employees, agents and instrumentalities from any and all liability, losses or damages, including attorneys’ fees and costs of defense, which the County or its officers, employees, agents or instrumentalities may incur as a result of claims, demands, suits, causes of actions or proceedings of any kind or nature arising out of, relating to or resulting from the performance of this Agreement by the Contractor or its employees, agents, servants, partners principals or subcontractors. Contractor shall pay all claims and losses in connection therewith and shall investigate and defend all claims, suits or actions of any kind or nature in the name of the County, where applicable, including appellate proceedings, and shall pay all costs, judgments, and attorney’s fees which may issue thereon. Contractor expressly understands and agrees that any insurance protection required by this Agreement or otherwise provided by the Contractor shall in no way limit the responsibility to indemnify, keep and save harmless and defend the County or its officers, employees, agents and instrumentalities as herein provided.

The Contractor shall furnish to Fire Rescue, 9300 NW 41 Street, Miami FL 33178, Certificate(s) of Insurance which indicate that insurance coverage has been obtained which meets the requirements as outlined below:

A. Worker’s Compensation Insurance for all employees of the Contractor as required by Florida Statute 440.

a. If applicable should include coverage required under the U.S. Longshoremen and Harbor Workers’ Act (USL&H) and/or Jones Act for any activities on or about navigable water.

B. Commercial General Liability in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, and $2,000,000 in the aggregate.

Miami-Dade County must be shown as an additional insured with respect to this coverage.

C. Automobile Liability Insurance covering all owned, non-owned and hired vehicles used in connection with the work, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage.

*Under no circumstances are Contractors permitted on the Aviation Department, Aircraft Operating Airside (A.O.A) at Miami International Airport without increasing automobile coverage to $5 million. Only vehicles owned or leased by a company will be authorized. $1 million limit applies at all other airports.

VERIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY (E-VERIFY):

By entering the Contract, the Awarded Bidder becomes obligated to comply with the provisions of Section 448.095, Florida Statute, titled "Verification of Employment Eligibility." This includes but is not limited to utilization of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify System to verify the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees by the Awarded Bidder effective, January 1, 2021, and requiring all Subcontractors to provide an affidavit attesting that the Subcontractor does not employ, contract with, or subcontract with, an unauthorized alien. Failure to comply may lead to termination of this Awarded Bidder, or if a Subcontractor knowingly violates the statute, the subcontract must be terminated immediately.

Any challenge to termination under this provision must be filed in the Circuit Court no later than twenty (20) calendar days after the date of termination. If this Contract is terminated for a violation of the statute by the Awarded Bidder, the Awarded Bidder may not be awarded a public contract for a period of one year after the date of termination, and the Awarded Bidder may be liable for any additional costs incurred by the County resulting from the termination of the Contract. Public and private employers must enroll in the E-Verify System (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) and retain the I-9 Forms for inspection.

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