Raw Water Booster Pump Station Improvements

Collier County is seeking sealed bids for the Raw Water Booster Pump Station Improvements Project (Bid No. 25-8400), a comprehensive infrastructure upgrade located at the North County Regional Water Treatment Plant in Naples, Florida. The project encompasses multiple critical improvements, including flow meter replacement, office space and restroom upgrades, construction of a pre-engineered metal building parking canopy, installation of a potable well and reverse osmosis (RO) system, and wastewater subsurface disposal system inspection and cleaning. Key deliverables include replacing existing infrastructure, upgrading mechanical and electrical systems, and enhancing facility functionality with precise technical specifications for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and architectural modifications. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit are scheduled for August 29, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., with sealed bids due electronically by October 3, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. local time. The project requires bidders to be registered on the county's procurement portal, comply with E-Verify requirements, and provide a 5% bid bond, with an anticipated project completion timeline of 365 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

The procurement does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, and no incumbent vendors are explicitly identified. Bidders must possess appropriate licensing, be registered with the Florida Department of State, and maintain valid business tax receipts and professional licenses. The project has an estimated budget of $1,500,000, with provisions for a $100,000 Owner's Allowance to be used only at the Owner's direction for unforeseen conditions. Successful bidders will be required to provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the contract amount, maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, and adhere to strict ethical standards. Liquidated damages are set at $610 per calendar day for failure to achieve Substantial Completion within the specified timeframe. Work will be limited to hours between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and Collier County reserves the right to reject any bid and postpone the contract award for up to 180 days from the bid opening date.