Haven on Vine Renovation Project

The City of Kissimmee is seeking a contractor for the Haven on Vine Renovation Project, a comprehensive transformation of a former Super 8 hotel located at 1815 W. Vine Street into affordable housing. The Request for Proposal (RFP20205-010) solicits bids for a phased renovation project that will create 40 emergency housing units and 80 apartment units for low- and moderate-income residents. The project is divided into four phases: Phase 1A involves renovating 43 efficiency studio apartments in the main building, Phase 1B includes updating ten fourplex apartment buildings, Phase 2A covers 40 additional efficiency studio apartments in an annex building, and Phase 2B involves converting a storage building into an office and administration space. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm on May 20, 2025, with a public opening at 2:30 pm the same day, and the contract term is expected to be 24 months from the Notice to Proceed. The evaluation process will score proposals across four main categories: approach to the project (20 points), experience and expertise (25 points), scheduling and cost control (20 points), and overall project cost (35 points).

The project has multiple funding sources, including American Rescue Funds, County and City funds, HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan, and Community Development Block Grant. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, contractors must comply with federal regulations including Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements, equal employment opportunity provisions, and drug-free workplace standards. Preliminary inspections have revealed significant infrastructure challenges, including structural issues, electrical and plumbing system deficiencies, and potential mold and lead paint concerns that will require comprehensive remediation. The total estimated construction cost is approximately $4.0 million, with the project requiring extensive renovation of existing structures while maintaining their basic footprint. Contractors will need to demonstrate expertise in multi-family residential renovation, ability to work within tight project constraints, and compliance with complex federal, state, and local building requirements.