Real Time Crime Center Renovation

The City of Ocala is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB# OPD/260249) for a comprehensive Real Time Crime Center Renovation project located at 402 South Pine Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471. The solicitation seeks experienced contractors to perform a complete buildout of approximately 3,500 square feet, including demolition, architectural construction, electrical systems, data and communications cabling, fire protection, HVAC installation, doors, hardware, finishes, and fixtures. Contractors must be licensed as a General or Building Contractor in Florida, possess 10 years of experience in commercial interior wall construction, and hire a Florida-licensed electrical subcontractor. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit was held on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM, with attendance required for bid eligibility. The project requires contractors to begin work within 10 calendar days of receiving the Notice to Proceed and complete all work within 160 days, with liquidated damages of $1,609 per calendar day for delays beyond the completion window. Bidders must submit lump-sum proposals with all direct and indirect costs included, and award will be made to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors are required to perform a minimum of 30% of the work with their own forces and must complete Level II background checks for all employees requiring site access. Trane has been selected as the HVAC manufacturer with Honeywell controls maintained by WW. Gay Company, indicating some existing technology infrastructure that will require integration. The project includes specific technical requirements such as installing a 100 KW UPS system with bypass capability, modifying existing sprinkler systems, and implementing specialized electrical and mechanical systems. Insurance requirements are substantial, including $1,000,000 per occurrence commercial general liability, $1,000,000 combined limit commercial automotive liability, and builder's risk insurance covering the full project value. Contractors must provide a 5% bid bond, a 100% public construction bond, and a 10% maintenance and guarantee bond, with a two-year material and labor warranty required from the date of substantial completion.