Specifications for US1 Substation Concrete Repairs and Roofing

Keys Energy Services (KEYS), the municipal electric utility operated by the Utility Board of the City of Key West, Florida, is soliciting sealed bids for concrete repairs and roofing work at the US1 Substation located at 5901 Overseas Highway, Key West, Florida. The scope of work encompasses concrete spalling repairs, wall and structural repairs, interior topping slab repairs, roofing replacement, painting, and miscellaneous concrete and groundwork restoration. Qualified bidders must submit sealed proposals electronically via VendorLink or DemandStar, or via paper submittal through FedEx, UPS, or in-person delivery by 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026. A mandatory site inspection is required with all inspections to be completed by March 20, 2026, and failure to attend will result in proposal rejection. Written questions must be submitted by Friday, March 27, 2026 at noon. The project must achieve substantial completion by August 1, 2026, in preparation for hurricane season, with work performed Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with optional extended hours available. Bidders must provide a bid bond or certified check equal to five percent of the total proposal amount, minimum of three references with contact information, proposed project team with licenses and experience, proposed schedule, various compliance affidavits and statements, and hourly rates for potential additional work. Pricing must be submitted in U.S. dollars and remain firm for a minimum of 120 days, with liquidated damages of $500.00 per day assessed for failure to achieve substantial completion by the August 1, 2026 deadline.

The specification document does not identify any stated set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendors. Contractor insurance requirements include commercial general liability of $2,000,000 per occurrence, business automobile liability of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation insurance. The contractor assumes responsibility for all permitting, site cleanup, debris disposal, materials, labor, equipment, and compliance with APPA Safety Manual protocols, OSHA requirements, and all applicable federal, state, local, and county laws and regulations. The contract duration is one year from execution by the Utility Board, with KEYS reserving the right to cancel with thirty days' notice without cause or within ten days for cause. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the solicitation documents provided.