Roadway and Drainage Improvements to SE 5 St, SE 6 St, and SE 7 St from SE 4 Ave to SE 6 Ave

The City of Hialeah is requesting bids on roadway and drainage improvements to Southeast 5th, 6th, and 7th Streets from Southeast 4th Avenue to Southeast 6th Avenue under IFB 2025-26-064, with bids due October 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. This is a federal and/or state-funded project subject to prevailing wage and Davis-Bacon requirements. The contractor must self-perform at least 50% of the work.

The scope encompasses approximately 4,400 linear feet of roadway improvements including an associated drainage system with catch basins, solid pipes, and culverts, as well as sidewalks, street lighting, and pavement markings in accordance with the IFB plans and specifications.

Minimum qualifications require five years of experience providing substantially similar roadway and drainage work, a valid Florida contractor license, active corporate status in Florida, a current Business Tax Receipt, and proof of at least two completed contracts for similar scope work. A bid bond equal to 5% of the total bid amount is required if the bid exceeds $100,000. Performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the project total are required if the contract amount exceeds $200,000.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Liquidated damages apply for failure to complete work on schedule, ranging from $1,318 to $11,171 per calendar day depending on contract amount. The contractor is responsible for all utility coordination, lien releases, and quality guarantees for work performed for a minimum of one year after acceptance. Responses constitute a firm offer for a minimum of 180 days from the opening date. Written questions and clarifications are due September 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Sealed electronic responses must be submitted through the City's e-Procurement Portal.