Kenosha County Sheriff's Garage Fire Damage Repair Rebid

Kenosha County, Wisconsin is seeking bids for fire damage repair services at the Kenosha County Sheriff's Garage, a 4,345 square foot one-story pre-engineered metal storage facility located at 4777 88th Ave, Kenosha. The primary procurement objective is to restore a 1,350 square foot fire-damaged area, with the project to be completed under a single prime general contractor arrangement. Bidders must demonstrate five years of experience in similar services and provide three references from comparable-sized institutions. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 14, 2023, at 9:30 AM at the Sheriff's Garage location, with bid submissions due by 3:00 PM on October 4, 2023, to the Kenosha County Purchasing Division. Evaluation criteria include lowest responsive and responsible bid meeting all specifications, with bidders required to submit a comprehensive package including a Signature and Authority Affidavit Form, References Sheet, Bid Offer Form, Ethics Compliance Addendum, and a bid bond equal to five percent of the total bid price.

The procurement does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must meet extensive qualification requirements, including providing proof of insurance coverage including Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 each occurrence), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), and Workers Compensation at statutory limits. A Performance and Payment Bond equal to 100% of the contract price is required. The contract will include progress payments with five percent retainage until 50% completion and a maximum total retainage of ten percent for projects exceeding $1,000 with construction time greater than 30 days. Contractors must provide a one-year warranty for defective workmanship and product replacement. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive requirements and detailed specifications suggest a significant project scope. The estimated contract award date is October 11, 2023, with the contract term beginning immediately upon award and continuing until project completion.