Notice_of_Intent_to_Award.pdf

This is a Notice of Intent to Award issued by the City of Sanford, Florida Purchasing Division for IFB 24/25-23 Groveview Pump Station Improvements. The project encompasses the demolition of an existing above-ground pump station and its replacement with a new submersible pump station, including construction of one junction manhole, installation of force and gravity mains to redirect flow, implementation of electrical controls and equipment, and integration of an emergency diesel by-pass pump. Sealed bid responses were required by May 22, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. local time, with all questions due by May 15, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. local time. The contract is anticipated to have a duration of 270 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. The award was made to Sanpik, Inc. as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, as of July 17, 2025.

This Notice of Intent to Award is subject to final approval and does not constitute a binding agreement until an executed agreement and/or purchase order is approved by the City. The City reserves the right to revoke the award if the apparent successful bidder fails to accept and execute the agreement, and may proceed to award to the next lowest responsive and responsible bidder, reject all bids, cancel the solicitation, or re-solicit at a later time. The procurement encouraged participation from Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE) and required qualified bidders to submit bid bonds, non-collusion affidavits, conflict of interest statements, and demonstrate appropriate licensing, professional qualifications, and insurance requirements including performance bonds and comprehensive liability coverage. No specific budget amount was explicitly stated in the solicitation documents.