Melrose Library New Addition Project

Putnam County Board of County Commissioners is seeking sealed bids from General and Building Contractors for the Melrose Library New Addition Project, located at 312 Wynnwood Avenue in Melrose, Florida. The project involves constructing a new approximately 1,600 square foot library addition with specific requirements including a divisible meeting space, two ADA-compliant restrooms, a covered loading dock area, storage, a kitchenette, and a small retail space. The bid package (Bid No. 25-12) requires bidders to demonstrate a minimum of three successfully completed projects of equal or greater size within the past five years, with the prime contractor required to perform at least 40% of the work. Key procurement dates include a mandatory pre-bid meeting held on March 10, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with sealed bids due on April 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST. The project has a comprehensive timeline of 255 calendar days for substantial completion and 265 calendar days for final completion from the Notice to Proceed. Evaluation criteria indicate the contract will be awarded to the lowest and best responsive bidder, with Putnam County reserving the right to reject any or all bids.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Six construction companies submitted bids for the project, with base bids ranging from $474,000 to $619,430. The contract was ultimately intended to be awarded to Complete Constructions Creations LLC for $474,000, the lowest bidder. Bidders were required to provide a 5% bid bond and demonstrate proof of insurance, including workers' compensation and general liability insurance with specific coverage limits. The project includes provisions for E-Verify compliance and a preference for a drug-free workplace certification. Construction documents were available through CRG Architects / Palatka, Inc., with pricing options including free email delivery, $20 for a flash drive, or $120 for a paper set. A protest period was established from April 7, 2025, to April 10, 2025, allowing potential bidders to file formal objections to the proposed award.