Home Rehab - 23 Randolph Dr

Escambia County's Neighborhood Enterprise Division is seeking qualified general contractors for a residential rehabilitation project located at 23 Randolph Drive in Pensacola, Florida. The procurement involves comprehensive home repair services under the State Housing Improvement Program (SHIP), specifically focusing on electrical and plumbing system upgrades to enhance safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility for the owner-occupied single-family residence. Key deliverables include rewiring to meet National Electrical Code standards, installing a new meter base, replacing the breaker panel, adding hardwired smoke detectors, upgrading plumbing supply lines, and installing exterior sill cocks and a new washer box. A mandatory pre-quote site visit is scheduled for December 30, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., with questions due by January 7, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Contractors must submit quotes electronically through the OpenGov Procurement portal by January 8, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with quote review planned for January 9, 2026. The project has a 60-day completion deadline, with liquidated damages of $150 per day for work extending beyond the contract period.

Participation is restricted to licensed, insured general contractors in good standing with Escambia County, with new contractors required to submit a letter of insurability. Vendors must create a free OpenGov account and provide documentation including Sunbiz registration, a completed W-9 form, and proof of contractor licensure. Specific insurance requirements include Worker's Compensation, Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, and Pollution Liability coverage of $1,000,000, with Escambia County listed as an additional insured. For projects valued at $25,000 or higher, 100% Performance and Payment Bonds are mandatory. Contractors must also possess EPA RRP certifications, state contractor license, county competency board license, and county business license. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the county reserves the right to award line items individually, particularly for emergency services related to roofing and septic/sewer work. The project is funded through local county resources, with no federal funding involved, ensuring flexibility in contractor selection and project execution.