Pave Strawberry Parking Lot (PID 004570A) - St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport

Pinellas County is seeking a contractor for the Pave Strawberry Parking Lot project at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, involving comprehensive reconstruction and expansion of parking facilities. The project requires transforming a temporary parking lot into a permanent infrastructure, with construction activities including site surveys, clearing, pavement demolition, stormwater improvements, drainage installation, utility work, asphalt paving, lighting, signage, and communications infrastructure. Specific deliverables include expanding to 1,080 parking spaces, installing security systems, parking equipment, and fiber optic connections, with a total project scope spanning 7.58 acres. The procurement process involves a two-step bid submission, with Step 1 bids due on April 25, 2023, at 3:00 PM EST, and Step 2 submissions due on May 11, 2023. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for April 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM EST, with the deadline for questions set at April 19, 2023. Contractors must be pre-qualified with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) in specific work types or provide additional qualifying documentation. The project requires comprehensive insurance coverage and adherence to federal and state regulations, including E-Verify compliance and civil rights requirements.

The county has established a 5% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation goal for subcontractors, creating opportunities for smaller businesses to participate in the project. Bidders must complete an SBE Compliance Form documenting subcontractor information and demonstrating alignment with the county's diversity goals. Contractors will need to provide detailed references, demonstrate experience with similar infrastructure projects, and comply with Title VI civil rights requirements prohibiting discrimination. The total project budget is $5,270,045.00, with specific allowances including $35,000 for security equipment, $105,000 for Jupiter parking equipment, $15,000 for main fiber connections, and contingency funds for unforeseen circumstances. The contract will have a 120-consecutive-calendar-day completion timeline, with liquidated damages of $2,000 per calendar day for delays and a 12-month guarantee period for all work performed. Successful contractors must navigate complex airport operational requirements, integrate new systems with existing infrastructure, and coordinate extensively with airport management throughout the project.