Mid-County Transfer Station Wall

Charlotte County, Florida is soliciting sealed bids for construction of a new 6-foot-tall concrete masonry unit border wall and associated site modifications at 19765 Kenilworth Boulevard, Port Charlotte, with bids due May 27, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. All iron or steel products permanently incorporated into the project must be manufactured in the United States under Florida Statute Section 255.0993.

Bidders must hold a current Registered or Certified General Contractor or Certified Building license in Florida. The scope includes removal of existing structures, selective demolition of existing pavements, preparation of subgrade, installation of new foundations and wall components, and restoration of disturbed surfaces.

The estimated budget is $358,478. The contract time for completion is 180 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed date, with no extension provided for County review periods exceeding 14 working days. Liquidated damages are assessed at $1,170 per calendar day for failure to achieve substantial completion within the contract time. Bid guarantees of 5 percent of the total bid amount must accompany each submission. The successful bidder must furnish a Performance and Payment Bond equal to 100 percent of the awarded contract price within 14 calendar days of award notification. Monthly payments will be made for work completed and accepted, with 5 percent retainage applied until final payment.

The Contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and complying with federal, state, and local regulations, including E-Verify requirements for all newly hired employees and adherence to the Underground Facility Damage Prevention and Safety Act. No pre-bid conference will be held. Sealed bids are accepted in person at the Charlotte County Purchasing Division Conference Room or electronically via the provided link. Bid documents are available through the Charlotte County Purchasing Division website (document number 264112) or by contacting Mike Gallagher, Contract Specialist, at 941.743.1377 or michael.gallagher@charlottecountyfl.gov.