Chase Road Bridge Maintenance and Rehabilitation

Orange County, Florida is seeking sealed bids for the Chase Road Bridge Maintenance and Rehabilitation project (Contract No. Y22-787-CR), a comprehensive infrastructure improvement initiative for Bridge No. 754074 over Lake Butler/Lake Louise. The project involves critical structural repairs including installing steel sheet pile walls at all four bridge corners, rehabilitating embankment slopes, repairing concrete revetment, installing pile jackets, restoring concrete spalls, and performing crack and grout repairs. Bidders are required to submit electronic responses via the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform by 4:00 pm EST on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, with a non-mandatory virtual pre-bid conference held on April 19, 2022, at 10:00 AM and a corresponding site visit at 1:00 PM. The project specifications mandate compliance with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standards, Orange County Road Construction Specifications, and various environmental permits, with a total construction duration of 136 calendar days and substantial completion expected within 116 days from the Notice to Proceed. Contractors must demonstrate capabilities in bridge rehabilitation, utility coordination, environmental compliance, and site investigation, with the estimated project cost set at $576,930.00.

The solicitation includes a Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation goal of 15% of the contract value, encouraging diverse business involvement. Bidders must provide a bid bond or cashier's check for 10% of the base bid and maintain appropriate insurance coverage. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with Orange County reserving the right to reject any or all bids. Successful contractors will be required to provide performance and payment bonds and adhere to local and state regulations. Bid evaluation will consider factors such as technical capabilities, compliance with specifications, financial stability, and ability to meet the project's stringent technical requirements. The project will be funded through Orange County and requires obtaining specific permits, including a St. Johns River Water Management District permit exemption. Potential bidders should note the comprehensive nature of the project, which demands extensive technical expertise in bridge maintenance, structural rehabilitation, and environmental management.