CDBG-DR HS020 New Century Community Shelter Project Phase 2 - Building Construction

Escambia County, Florida is soliciting bids on construction services for the CDBG-DR HS020 New Century Community Shelter Project Phase 2 under ITB #PD 26-27.003, with bids due electronically November 16, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. The project is federally funded through CDBG-DR grant and includes MBE/WBE considerations as part of federal compliance requirements.

The scope encompasses renovation of an existing gymnasium and construction of an adjoining new community shelter addition at 720 E Hecker Rd, Century, Florida. Work includes selective demolition, structural modifications, complete civil and site work, architectural and interior finishes, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, fire alarm, communications, and life-safety systems. The existing primary gymnasium roof and wall framing remain subject to documented modifications; the new addition features CMU walls, metal stud framing, structural steel roof framing, and low-slope roof construction. The building is classified as Type II-B construction with Group A-3 Assembly occupancy and will be fully sprinklered.

The contract duration is 240 calendar days from Notice to Proceed to Substantial Completion, plus 30 additional calendar days for punch-list work, totaling 270 calendar days. Liquidated damages are $3,813.00 per calendar day for failure to meet the completion deadline. Bids must be submitted on a lump-sum basis with all costs, including Davis-Bacon wage requirements, included in the total price. A bid bond, cashier's check, or certified check equal to 5% of the total bid amount is required. Performance and Payment bonds covering 100% of the contract value are required.

Bidders must hold a current Florida General Contractor (CGC) license or Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor (CUC) license. A non-mandatory but strongly encouraged pre-bid meeting and site walkthrough occur October 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the project location. Questions are due November 4, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The County intends to utilize Owner Direct Purchasing for select materials including clean fill, stormwater structures, concrete pipe, and PVC pipe, with the contractor responsible for competitive supplier selection and the County retaining title to ODP materials.