Menard May Park Observation Pier Replacement - Construction

The City of Edgewater, Florida, located in Volusia County, is seeking qualified contractors for the Menard May Park Observation Pier Replacement - Construction project through Invitation to Bid (ITB) 25-PR-04. The procurement involves the complete demolition and reconstruction of an existing fishing pier at 413 South Riverside Drive, with two bid options: a base bid for wood component reconstruction and an alternate bid for a fortified structure using concrete pilings and flow-through composite decking. Contractors must be licensed Florida businesses and provide comprehensive pricing covering materials, labor, mobilization, survey control, demolition, revetment rebuilding, and installation of pilings, beams, decking, railings, and associated hardware. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit are scheduled for August 12, 2025, with bid responses due by September 23, 2025, at 10:00 am. The City will evaluate bids based on the lowest, compliant, qualified bid, considering factors such as the bidder's capacity, experience, financial resources, and performance history. The project requires a 5% bid bond, performance and payment bonds, E-Verify participation, and adherence to federal guidelines including the Clean Air Act and Water Pollution Control Act.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project is FEMA-funded and has an engineer's estimate ranging from $172,710.66 for the in-kind replacement to $208,639.06 for the fortified structure option. Contractors must provide evidence of business registration, insurance, and compliance with federal regulations. The project includes specific environmental authorizations, including an exemption letter from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection valid through July 27, 2026, which requires compliance with environmental guidelines and protection measures. The construction timeline requires contractors to commence work within 30 consecutive calendar days after the Notice to Proceed and complete the project within 180 consecutive calendar days. The pier will be constructed to meet Florida Building Code 2023 standards, designed to withstand 140 MPH wind zones, and include ADA-compliant features. The contract may be awarded based on either the Base Bid or Alternate Bid, contingent on FEMA funding and overall project budget.