Orange County Corrections Genesis Sanitary Pipe Replacement

Orange County, Florida is seeking sealed bids for the Genesis Sanitary Pipe Replacement project (Y22-772) at the Orange County Corrections facility located at 3859 Vision Blvd, Orlando. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a comprehensive sanitary piping replacement involving underground and first floor plumbing system upgrades. The project requires removing existing sanitary piping, installing new piping inside and outside the building, reconnecting fixtures, and making structural modifications to accommodate new plumbing infrastructure. Bidders must submit responses electronically via the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform by July 28, 2022, at 4:00 PM EST. A non-mandatory virtual pre-bid conference was held on February 23, 2022, at 10:00 AM, followed by a non-mandatory site visit at 1:00 PM. Qualified contractors must demonstrate technical capability to replace plumbing systems while maintaining facility operational capabilities and adhering to Florida Plumbing Code standards. Key deliverables include comprehensive plumbing system renovation across multiple facility areas including men's and women's restrooms, staff toilets, and support spaces.

The contract includes a specific Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation goal of 25% of the total contract value, requiring bidders to demonstrate good faith efforts in engaging certified M/WBE firms. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds, proof of licensing, insurance, and employment eligibility verification. Strict security requirements are in place for working at a corrections facility, including mandatory background checks and adherence to on-site conduct guidelines. Bidders must comply with local regulations and provide documentation of outreach to certified M/WBE firms. The estimated project budget is $1,800,000.00, with work to be completed by replacing existing underground sanitary sewer piping and reinstalling water fixtures. Submission methods include electronic submission through the OpenGov Procurement portal or by mail/hand delivery, with electronic submissions being the preferred method. Telephone, fax, or email offers will not be accepted, and any responses received after the submission deadline will be automatically rejected.