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

Escambia County, Florida is requesting bids for construction of the Century Community Shelter, a new facility comprising renovation of an existing gymnasium and an adjoining building addition in Century, Florida, under CDBG-DR HS020 Phase 2 funding, with bids due November 16, 2026. Section 3 compliance requirements under 24 CFR Part 75 apply — the contractor must direct employment and economic opportunities to low and very low-income persons, particularly HUD housing assistance recipients, to the greatest extent feasible, and must comply with all Section 3 notice, hiring, and subcontract flow-down obligations.

The scope includes selective demolition of existing gymnasium components, site work modifications to circulation and parking, new sidewalks, grading and drainage improvements, landscaping, exterior brick masonry veneer and metal wall panels, interior spaces comprising main lobby, multiplex spaces, concessions, and restrooms, and associated building systems. Coordination shop drawings from HVAC, plumbing, fire sprinkler, electrical, security, and structural steel contractors must be submitted within 30 calendar days of notice to proceed. The general contractor must employ a full-time project superintendent with minimum ten years of experience (or five years with a four-year degree in Building Science or Civil Engineering) and a full-time project manager with minimum ten years of experience, both subject to architect approval.

Contract duration is 240 calendar days from notice to proceed to substantial completion, plus 30 additional calendar days for punch list completion. The bid is structured on a lump sum base bid with unit prices for potential changes including unsuitable material removal, concrete pavement, structural steel, asphalt paving, masonry tuckpointing, and gymnasium roof decking. Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates per the Highway Construction Wage Determination apply. A one-year warranty applies from substantial completion. Bid documents include final specifications, final bid drawings, hazardous materials report, and federal contract provisions. An alternate for telescopic seating in the gymnasium is available for bidder consideration.