Corrections Booking and Release Center, Building Automation System, Smoke and Fire Alarm Air Duct Accessories

Orange County, Florida is accepting sealed bids for Building Automation System, Smoke and Fire Alarm Air Duct Accessories at the Corrections Booking and Release Center under Project Y26-718, with bids due September 24, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. EST. A Service Disabled Veteran Business preference applies, permitting qualified registrants to bid up to 5 percent higher than the lowest bid.

The scope comprises ductwork, variable-air-volume terminals, dampers, damper actuators, and related Building Automation System and Smoke Control System components. The estimated project cost is $2.89 million. Bid security of at least 10 percent of the estimated contract amount (in the form of bid bond or certified/cashier's check) is required for offers exceeding $100,000. Upon award, the contractor must furnish payment and performance bonds equal to the contract amount. Mobilization costs shall not exceed 5 percent of the estimated total base bid.

The contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance including workers' compensation, commercial general liability of $1 million, business automobile liability, builders' risk, and contractor's pollution liability of $1 million. E-Verify employment verification and compliance with anti-human trafficking provisions are mandatory. The contractor must execute the required contract within ten days of award notice. Liquidated damages of $150 per calendar day apply for failure to meet substantial or final completion dates.

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled for September 1, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Orange County Corrections Maintenance Building Logistics Conference Room, Building A, 3723 Vision Boulevard, Orlando, Florida 32929. Questions are due September 10, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST. Responses must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform. The County will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bid acceptance period is 120 days from public opening date.