Solid Waste Truck Wash Replacement (Rebid)

The City of Clearwater, Florida is requesting bids on replacement of an existing manual truck wash pad with an automatic truck wash system and associated electrical, potable water, and sanitary sewer improvements under ITB 23-0021-SW (rebid), with bids due August 12, 2026. Prospective bidders must pre-qualify through the City of Clearwater Engineering Division at least two weeks prior to bid opening; currently pre-qualified contractors need only confirm their status.

The scope includes replacement of the manual wash pad and equipment, installation of an automatic truck wash system, and utility infrastructure improvements. Seven base bid line items cover general conditions and mobilization, maintenance of traffic, manual wash improvements, site electrical and lighting, new asphalt pavement (6,850 square yards), pavement striping, and a permit allowance of $50,000. An owner's contingency allowance equal to 10 percent of the base bid subtotal is included. Two additive alternates are offered: automatic wash system improvements and removal and replacement of contaminated soil (100 cubic yards). The contract period specifies 270 consecutive calendar days to substantial completion and 300 consecutive calendar days to final completion.

The successful bidder will be the lowest responsible, responsive bidder whose evaluation indicates the award will be in the best interest of the City. Bid security of 10 percent of the maximum bid price is required, payable as a certified check, cashier's check, or proposal/bid bond. Bidders must provide current Florida contractor licenses and Pinellas County registration if applicable, completed vendor certifications including E-Verify compliance and drug-free workplace program documentation, W-9 forms, scrutinized company certifications, and anti-human trafficking compliance forms. Bids are received electronically through the City's e-Procurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/myclearwater or via sealed hard copy submission at the Procurement Division office in Clearwater. Site visits are required to familiarize bidders with local conditions.