Site Development for Parks Recreation & Culture Proposed Workshop & Storage Facility

Volusia County is seeking a State of Florida Certified General Contractor to complete civil site work for the Parks Recreation & Culture Proposed Workshop & Storage Facility located at 1360 Indian Lake Road in Daytona Beach. The procurement involves comprehensive site preparation, including drainage installation, potable water distribution system construction, roadway system development, and landscaping across approximately 1.3 acres. The project requires the contractor to provide permitting, labor, materials, and construction services, with a total contract time of 180 days (150 days for substantial completion and 30 days for final completion). A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 24, 2025, at 9:30 am, with electronic bid submissions due by August 14, 2025, at 3:01 pm. Evaluation criteria will include the bidder's experience, financial stability, subcontractor qualifications, and ability to effectively perform the work, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The project has specific local business preference provisions for contractors with a permanent location in certain counties for at least six months. Bidders must comply with E-Verify requirements and provide comprehensive documentation, including a W-9 form, prime/sub contractor form, and bid price sheet. The estimated construction cost is $429,695.00, with an owner's allowance of $25,000. Contractors must provide performance and payment bonds, maintain specific insurance coverages, and adhere to detailed insurance requirements, including maintaining policies with a minimum A.M. Best rating of A- and a Financial category size of VIII or greater. Liquidated damages of $500 per day will be assessed for delays beyond the completion date. Subcontractors must be listed and approved, with the prime contractor responsible for ensuring all subcontractors hold appropriate licenses. The project includes provisions for potential tax exemptions and direct material purchases by the county, potentially offering additional cost-saving opportunities.