Resurfacing Project- Jervey Gantt Pool Deck

The City of Ocala, Florida, through its Recreation & Parks Department, is seeking a Certified Pool/Spa Contractor to perform a comprehensive resurfacing project at the Jervey Gantt Aquatic Center under Invitation to Bid (ITB) #REC/260033. The project involves the complete resurfacing of approximately 17,650 square feet, including the pool deck, breezeway, and restroom flooring, using commercial-grade PVC surfacing material to address existing surface deterioration from the 2020 installation. Contractors must comply with Florida Department of Health Standards for Swimming Pools and Spas, specifically Florida Administrative Code sections 64E-9.005(2)(a) through (g) and 64E-9.006(2)(a), and demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in commercial pool deck resurfacing. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2025, at 9:30 AM EST at the Jervey Gantt Aquatic Fun Center in Ocala. The project requires substantial completion within 30 calendar days and final completion within 7 additional calendar days after the Notice to Proceed, with a bid bond of 5% required for submission. Bidders must provide three references from comparable projects completed within the past five years and possess a valid Florida Commercial Pool/Spa Contractor license.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must execute a minimum of 50% of work using their own forces and will be responsible for obtaining all necessary City of Ocala building permits at no additional cost. Insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate), Commercial Automotive Liability ($1,000,000 combined limit), and Workers' Compensation per Florida statutory requirements. The successful bidder must provide a Public Construction Bond equal to the full bid amount and a Maintenance and Guarantee Bond covering 10% of the project value, with a minimum five-year non-prorated warranty on materials and labor. Liquidated damages are set at $100 per calendar day for delays beyond the specified completion date. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive scope of work and detailed requirements suggest a significant investment in rehabilitating the Jervey Gantt Aquatic Center's pool deck and associated facilities. The project is expected to be 100% complete and fully operational by May 1, 2026, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all specified requirements.