Panel_PP-1_Interior2.pdf

This is a project specification document for Pinellas County, Florida's Solid Waste Administration Building HVAC Renovation (ITB-C #26-0394-ITB-C). The project encompasses complete replacement of existing HVAC systems at 3095 114th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, Florida, including demolition of current units and installation of two 15-ton VAV DX Split systems, one 100% outside air DX split system rated at 1500 CFM, new VAV terminal units for zone control, a new Direct Digital Control (DDC) system, ductwork modifications, new exhaust fans, and all associated electrical, controls, and piping work. An optional enhanced scope includes attic sealing, damaged batt insulation repair or replacement, and Icynene spray-on foam insulation application to improve building performance. The Step One qualification submissions deadline is April 21, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., with Step Two sealed bids due May 5, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit are scheduled for April 9, 2026 at 1:30 p.m., and bidders must submit questions by April 14, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The contract completion period is 365 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with all submissions made electronically through the OpenGov procurement portal.

The project budget is estimated at $686,580.00, with major cost components including electrical panels and equipment ($100,000), overhead and profit ($103,000), DX split systems condensing units and AHUs ($47,600), ductwork supports and insulation ($50,500), electrical wiring and conduit ($65,000), VAV boxes ($31,200), and contingency reserves of $40,000. Bidders must possess a Certified General Contractor license with electrical and demolition classifications, EPA Section 608 Technician Certification, and provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract amount. Required qualifications include $1,000,000 general liability insurance per occurrence, workers' compensation at Florida statutory limits, and minimum three reference letters from similar projects. The County will retain 5% of monthly progress payments until final completion and liquidated damages of $1,200 per calendar day will be assessed for contract delays. All work must comply with the 2023 Florida Building Code, 2023 Florida Fire Protection Code, and 2020 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code. No Small Business Enterprise participation goals, set-asides, or disadvantaged enterprise restrictions apply. Contractors must comply with mandatory E-Verify affidavits, Foreign Country of Concern affidavits, Common Carrier attestations, and Human Trafficking affidavits, all notarized, and register with the E-Verify system per Florida Statute 448.095.