North County Water Reclamation Facility Vactor Truck Disposal Modification & Expansion

Collier County is seeking sealed bids for Bid No. 24-8269, a construction project involving the North County Water Reclamation Facility (NCWRF) Vactor Truck Disposal Modification & Expansion located at 10500 Goodlette Rd., Naples, FL. The project involves expanding the existing vactor truck disposal area from one to two lanes, including site clearing, demolition of existing infrastructure, constructing a new concrete facility with a 10-inch thickened edge slab, installing high-volume hose connections, and modifying plant service water and sanitary sewer systems. Prospective bidders must register on the county's procurement portal and obtain complete bidding documents electronically. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled for June 5, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., with sealed bids due by July 9, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. local time. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond or certified/cashier's check, provide evidence of appropriate contractor licenses, key personnel information, major subcontractor listings, and comprehensive insurance documentation. The project requires substantial completion within 150 consecutive calendar days, with an additional 30 calendar days allowed for final completion, and includes liquidated damages of $510 per calendar day for failure to achieve substantial completion.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The anticipated project budget is $671,000, with an additional $40,000 Owner's Allowance designated for unforeseen conditions or owner-directed work. Contractors must demonstrate compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements, including adherence to OSHA, DOT, EPA, and ANSI regulations. The project will require comprehensive site-specific safety plans, including provisions for security, hurricane preparedness, and environmental protection. Successful bidders must provide payment and performance bonds for 100% of the contract amount and comply with Collier County's Vertical Construction Standards. Insurance requirements are extensive, including commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and contractor pollution liability, with Collier County to be named as an additional insured. The project involves modifications to an existing water reclamation facility, necessitating careful coordination to maintain ongoing facility operations during construction.