21Q-184 pre-qualified rehab contractors

Marion County Community Services Department is conducting a procurement to pre-qualify contractors for SHIP/HOME rehabilitation projects through solicitation 21Q-184. The county seeks general contractors to perform six primary services: roof replacement, HVAC replacement, domestic well replacement, septic system replacement, handicapped accessibility modifications, and electrical panel upgrades. Contractors must hold current Florida licenses as General Contractors or Residential Builders, maintain workers compensation and general liability insurance, and demonstrate financial stability to finance rehabilitation work for 30 days pending reimbursement. The evaluation process involves a comprehensive scoring system with eleven criteria, including pass/fail requirements such as statements of interest, company personnel qualifications, detailed experience descriptions, and proof of Florida business registration. Proposal submissions are due by May 31, 2028, with potential oral presentations scheduled within two weeks of the initial evaluation meeting, and the county reserves the right to award based solely on written proposals or create a shortlist for presentations.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or specific restrictions on responding organizations. Contractors must complete various compliance documents, including a Conflict of Interest Statement under Florida Statute 112.313 and a Subcontractor Disclosure form. While no specific award value or budget range is provided, the contract appears designed to create a continuous pool of pre-qualified contractors for ongoing residential rehabilitation projects. The procurement process emphasizes comprehensive contractor vetting, including requirements for three construction references, three business references (including a banking reference), and proof of ability to conduct business in Florida. Contractors will be selected based on their qualifications, with liquidated damages assessed at $250 per day for project delays and retainage withheld per Florida Statutes until final completion of work.