New Berlin Road Branch Library

The City of Jacksonville, Florida Public Works Department is requesting bids for construction of the New Berlin Road Branch Library project, with bids due November 12, 2026 and a pre-bid conference scheduled for October 20. A 20% participation goal for Jacksonville Small and Emerging Businesses applies, and a Local Participation Requirement mandates that non-local businesses utilize local businesses for at least 40% of project value.

Scope encompasses site preparation, demolition, maintenance of traffic, site improvements, building construction, plumbing, electrical work, and finishes. Bidders must hold a current Florida Certified General Contractor license, be prequalified with the City in the Vertical Construction category, and demonstrate successful completion of at least three similar commercial, institutional, or public building construction projects within the past eight years.

Construction must be completed within 450 days from notice to proceed. Bid security equal to five percent of the bid amount is required, with performance and payment bonds each set at 100% of the contract amount. All unit prices must include freight, delivery, and handling to the delivery location. Questions are due October 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Bid prices remain firm for 120 calendar days after bid opening.

Bidders must submit pricing through the City's 1Cloud e-procurement system, comply with E-Verify requirements, maintain specified insurance coverage with the City listed as additional insured, and acknowledge the Solicitation Silence Policy.