SE 22nd Ave Force Main Reroute

The City of Ocala, located in Marion County, Florida, is soliciting bids for ITB #CIP250753, a utility construction project involving the installation of a new 12-inch sewer force main via horizontal directional drilling. The project scope includes constructing approximately 6,000 linear feet of force main along SE 20th/22nd Avenue, extending from the intersection with State Road 464 to E Fort King Street. Bidders must be licensed as Underground Utility or General Contractors in the State of Florida and possess a minimum of 10 years' experience in underground utility services, with proof of experience required at bid submission. The project has a total duration of 120 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion expected within 10 days thereafter. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is required, and bidders must submit a complete Price Proposal covering all line items, understanding that quantities are estimated and not guaranteed minimums. Evaluation will be based on the lowest bidder meeting all specified requirements, with the City reserving the right to remove items from the project scope as needed. The bid submission deadline is August 12, 2025, with bids to be received on a unit price basis.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types mentioned in the procurement documents. The contractor must perform at least 60% of the work with their own forces and will be required to obtain necessary permits, maintain site safety, and provide cleanup. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 per occurrence commercial general liability, $1,000,000 combined automotive liability, and workers' compensation per Florida statutory requirements. Financial obligations include a 5% bid bond, a Public Construction Bond for the total bid amount, and a Maintenance and Guarantee Bond for 10% of the project value. The contractor will be subject to liquidated damages of $2,667 per calendar day for delays in substantial completion and $200 per day for delays in final completion. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the project involves multiple line items for general construction and sanitary sewer work, including directional boring, pipe installation, valve assemblies, and miscellaneous utility work. A 5% retainage will be held until project acceptance, and the contractor must provide a three-year warranty on materials and labor.