Hurricane Ian Repairs- Vanderbilt Beach Dune Walkovers

Collier County is soliciting bids for the Hurricane Ian Repairs- Vanderbilt Beach Dune Walkovers Project through Bid No. 24-8324, seeking a contractor to demolish and reconstruct three dune boardwalks (Boardwalks #1, #3, and #7) damaged by Hurricane Ian. The project requires removing existing pressure-treated wood, installing new IPE wood handrails and walking surfaces, extending Boardwalk #7 with tubular railings, and completing minor site restoration. Qualified contractors must obtain necessary permits, including a building permit, and work diligently with a minimum of one crew from project initiation to completion. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on December 13, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Collier County Procurement Services, and sealed bids must be received electronically by January 9, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. local time. Bidders must register on the county's procurement portal and will be evaluated based on their performance record, ability to complete the specified work, and compliance with Florida statutes and contractor licensing requirements.

The project anticipates a total project estimate of $159,200.00, with the successful bidder required to substantially complete all work within 80 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, and achieve Final Completion within 30 calendar days after the Punch List is delivered. Contractors must provide a 5% bid bond or certified/cashier's check and Payment and Performance Bonds for 100% of the contract amount. The project is funded through FEMA Public Assistance, which mandates strict federal regulatory compliance, including adherence to various federal laws, equal employment opportunity provisions, and anti-discrimination clauses. Work hours are limited to 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with liquidated damages of $299 per calendar day assessed for failure to achieve Substantial Completion within the specified timeframe. The county reserves the right to reject any bids and postpone the contract award for up to 180 days from the bid opening date, with the project being managed using Collier County's Procore project management platform.