Avenue E and 34th

The City of Riviera Beach, Florida is requesting bids on reconstruction of deteriorated public streets and associated infrastructure on Avenue E and 34th Street under CITB 26-021, with bids due July 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM through BidNet Direct and questions due July 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The City has established a 15% Small Business Enterprise participation goal and offers a local-vendor preference that will not exceed $25,000 above non-local bids.

The scope includes street reconstruction with limerock base, asphaltic pavement, concrete sidewalks, curb and gutter, reinforced concrete drainage pipe and inlet structures, ex-filtration trenches, water main replacement with services and fire hydrants, complete sanitary sewer system replacement including manholes and lateral services and cleanouts, traffic calming devices, striping and signage, and utility grouting and abandonment. The contractor must perform a minimum of 50% of the work with its own forces and equipment.

The contract duration is 240 calendar days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed to Substantial Completion, plus 30 calendar days for final completion (270 calendar days total). Work must commence within 10 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed. Liquidated damages are $500 per calendar day for delays beyond contract time.

Bidders must demonstrate at least three years of previous Florida construction experience with three similar or larger projects, including at least one government entity reference. A bid bond of not less than 5% of the total bid amount is required; the successful contractor must provide Performance and Payment Bonds each equal to 110% of the contract price. Insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate), Business Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), and Workers' Compensation coverage. No pre-bid conference will be held.