Edward L. Myrick State Farmers Market Unit 7 – Interior Alterations and Parking Lot Improvements

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for the Edward L. Myrick State Farmer's Market, Unit #7 Interior Alterations and Parking Lot Improvements project located in Pompano Beach, Florida. The project involves the renovation and conversion of a portion of Unit #7, including interior alterations such as new kitchen configuration and equipment, fire suppression, cooling, plumbing, electrical, and other related improvements. The scope also includes parking lot improvements at the state-owned facility. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for July 30, 2024, and sealed bids are due on August 29, 2024. The anticipated award date is September 9, 2024, and the construction period is 150 calendar days to substantial completion and 180 calendar days total, including 30 days for project closeout. Bidders must possess an active Certified General or Building Contractor's license and provide proof of qualifications, references, and financial information.

The project is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act's Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund, and the selected contractor must comply with all applicable federal requirements. There are no set-asides for this project, and the Department is not aware of a requirement for workers to be part of a union. The anticipated construction budget for this project is approximately $725,000, and FDACS intends to make a single award or no award, as determined to be in the best interest of the state.