Demolition and Removal of Structures at 719 NW 15th Ave and 1656 SW 3rd St

The City of Ocala, located in Marion County, Florida, is soliciting Request for Quotes (RFQ# GRM/250350) for demolition and removal services at two residential properties located at 719 NW 15th Ave and 1656 SW 3rd St. The procurement seeks a qualified Florida-licensed General, Residential, or Building Contractor to completely demolish and remove existing structures, clear junk, and prepare the lots. Key deliverables include comprehensive site clearance involving terminating utility connections, removing structures and debris, grading properties, and handling potential fuel tanks and septic systems. Contractors must possess an active Asbestos Supervisor license, demonstrate three years of demolition rehabilitation experience, and maintain specific insurance coverage. The project requires contractors to perform at least 30% of work with their own forces and obtain all necessary permits, including a City of Ocala Demolition Permit and Marion County septic tank permits. Proposals are due by February 6, 2025, with a contract completion timeframe of 60 days from the City-issued Notice to Proceed. Bids will be evaluated on a lump sum basis, with award made to the lowest bidder meeting all requirements, and a permit allowance of $104 is included.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be prepared to handle asbestos-containing materials, with the asbestos survey reports revealing specific findings at each property: the 719 NW 15th Ave location has a 12" x 12" floor tile containing 2% Chrysotile asbestos, while the 1656 SW 3rd St property has three samples containing asbestos in floor tiles, cove base, and mastic. Any asbestos removal must be performed by a Florida-licensed asbestos abatement contractor following NESHAP and OSHA regulations. Liquidated damages of $100 per calendar day will be assessed for work not completed within the specified timeframe. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, contractors are expected to include all project costs in their lump sum bid, including travel expenses, permitting fees, and disposal costs. The properties are both single-family dwellings constructed in the 1950s, with the 719 NW 15th Ave property being approximately 1,360 square feet and the 1656 SW 3rd St property approximately 872 square feet.