Pass A Grille Way and Gulf Way from 9th Ave. to 22nd Ave Water Improvement: Phase 2

Pinellas County is conducting a competitive procurement for the Pass A Grille Way and Gulf Way Water Improvement Project (Bid No. 23-0030-ITB), which involves comprehensive water infrastructure upgrades in the City of St. Pete Beach. The project requires replacing water mains through Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) and open-cut methods, with specific pipe installations including 175 linear feet of 6" pipe, 4,600 linear feet of 4" pipe, and 1,575 linear feet of 2" pipe. Contractors must be prequalified with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in the Underground Utilities work class and capable of installing water services, fire hydrants, blowoffs, and connections to existing water mains. The procurement follows a two-step bidding process with initial submissions originally due on September 27, 2022, and final submissions on October 6, 2022 (though an addendum adjusted these dates to October 4 and October 13, 2022, respectively). Bidders must comply with technical specifications outlined in the project documents, including detailed requirements for materials, installation methods, testing, and quality control consistent with American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards.

The project includes a mandatory Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal of 10% and requires contractors to comply with E-Verify system requirements. Contractors must obtain necessary permits, including a Right of Way Use Permit from the City of St. Pete Beach and potential Dewatering and NPDES Permits. The project budget is set at $1,933,475.00, with the contract requiring completion within 300 consecutive calendar days after receiving the notice to proceed. Insurance requirements and performance and payment bonds are mandatory, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Successful contractors must provide comprehensive documentation, including work plans, design calculations, safety plans, and as-built drawings. The project will involve installing new Automated Meter Reading (AMR) water meters and requires precise restoration of any disturbed areas, with strict adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.