ITB 24-021 Bicentennial Park Pool Resurfacing Project

Citrus County, Florida is seeking bids for ITB 24-021, a Bicentennial Park Pool Resurfacing Project located at 8145 W. Bicentennial Drive in Crystal River. The project involves comprehensive resurfacing of a 225,000-gallon Junior Olympic size swimming pool, requiring a contractor to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment for complete pool renovation. Bidders must possess a Florida CPC-Commercial Class A license and be registered with Sunbiz.org. The county prefers Diamond Brite Exposed Aggregate Pool Finish but will consider alternative pre-approved brands. The project requires complete demolition, tile replacement, pool preparation, plastering, and startup services, with a mandatory five-year warranty on materials, equipment, and workmanship. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 7, 2024, at 10:00 AM, with bid submissions due on September 11, 2024, at 2:00 PM through OpenGov Procurement. Bidders must submit various documentation including certificates of insurance, potential bid security, performance and payment bonds, and a comprehensive list of subcontractors.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The county does emphasize local workforce hiring and requires e-verification of employees. Liquidated damages of $50 per day may be assessed for project delays. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned, the project involves replacing the existing pool surface with new materials and finishes. The procurement will require electronic bid submissions through a free OpenGov Procurement account, with the procurement contact being Karin McMahon, Purchasing & Contracts Specialist. The project is scheduled to commence on November 18, 2024, with a strict 30-calendar day completion requirement. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the complexity of the project—involving a large Junior Olympic pool and comprehensive resurfacing—suggests a potentially significant investment in pool infrastructure renovation.