Public Defender First Floor Security Lobby

Hillsborough County Capital Programs is requesting bids on interior construction of approximately 2,910 square feet at the Public Defender's office, 700 E. Twiggs Street, Tampa, with bids due July 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET and a pre-bid conference and optional site visit both on June 25, 2026. A 10% SBE subcontractor participation goal applies to this solicitation.

The scope encompasses expansion of the first-floor lobby area, new aluminum storefront at the elevator lobby, new offices, a security room, expansion of existing offices, and associated selective interior demolition in the southeast area of the first floor. The project must comply with Florida Building Code 8th Edition (2023), Florida Fire Prevention Code 8th Edition (2023), the Florida Accessibility Code, and ADA standards. Construction documents prepared by Ranon Architects & Partners, Inc. (100% permit set dated October 28, 2025) specify mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical, fire protection, and millwork with detailed finish schedules. The building is classified Group B (Business) occupancy, Type IIA fire-resistant construction with sprinklers and an occupant load of 41 persons. The project is currently occupied; only the first-floor lobby southeast and sixth-floor south area will be vacated before Notice to Proceed. Contractors must conduct thorough site inspection prior to bid submission and coordinate work schedules with existing occupants, including after-hours work at no additional cost.

The estimated contract value is $823,000, with allowances of $5,000 for permits and utility charges, and $70,000 for authorization work. Bidders must submit a 5% earnest money deposit or bid bond. The successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds each equal to 100% of the awarded contract amount and comprehensive insurance (Commercial General Liability $1–5 million, Auto Liability $300,000–$1 million, Workers' Compensation with employers' liability $100,000–$1 million, Builders Risk at 100% of completed project value, and other specialized coverages). The contract term is 240 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, plus 48 days for allowance work. Liquidated damages are $895 per day for failure to meet Substantial Completion (210 days), $475 per day for Final Completion (240 days), maximum $1,370 per day combined. Progress payments are subject to 5% retainage.

Bidders must hold an active Florida General Contractor or Building Contractor license and demonstrate successfully completed projects of similar scope. All contractor employees must complete security clearance criminal background checks at the contractor's expense. Questions are due by an unspecified deadline. Bid award is to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.