Notice_of_Intent__RFQ2026012_CEI_Services_for_Shingle_Creek_N._Ph._2C_Countyline_Connector.pdf

This is a Notice of Intent to Award issued by the City of Kissimmee, Florida Purchasing Office regarding RFQ2026012 for Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services for the Shingle Creek North Ph 2C Countyline Connector project. The solicitation seeks one Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) pre-qualified consulting firm to provide CEI services for approximately 2.4 miles of multi-use trails and a 1,200-foot long, 16-foot wide pedestrian bridge, with services continuing throughout construction and a 450-calendar-day post-construction period. Qualifications were due July 2, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference held June 10, 2026. The Evaluation Committee completed its review following presentations and recommended awarding the contract to DRMP, pending approval from FDOT and final award by the City of Kissimmee Commission. Construction Notice to Proceed is anticipated for September 8, 2027, with substantial completion targeted for November 1, 2028.

The estimated CEI contract value is $1,109,830, with compensation to be determined through negotiation using a lump sum, specific rate, or combination method. The underlying construction contract is estimated at $9,583,015, classified as a Class B project, and is federally funded through the Local Agency Program (FPN 442870-2-68-01), subject to Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements and E-Verify employment verification. The selected consultant must maintain commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 annual aggregate, plus professional liability coverage of $2,000,000. Required personnel include professional engineers registered with the Florida State Board with specific experience in roadway CEI, construction material inspection, and bridge inspection, along with a mandatory Resident Compliance Specialist. Addendum No. 1 clarified that staff hour estimates are not required with proposal submission and that construction plans are preliminary, with finalized design anticipated by year-end 2026.