SW Plymouth Ave from Wilson Springs Road to Jordan St - Sidewalk Improvements

Columbia County, Florida is requesting bids for sidewalk improvements on SW Plymouth Avenue from Wilson Springs Road to Jordan Street, with bids due July 31, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. and bid opening on August 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. All contractors must be prequalified with the Florida Department of Transportation — a mandatory eligibility gate.

The scope includes installation of a 5-foot-wide concrete sidewalk on the west side of SW Plymouth Avenue, signing, pavement markings, and associated work. Contractors must submit a Notice to Proceed within 60 days of contract execution and commence work by October 1, 2026, with project completion targeted for December 10, 2026. A pre-construction conference will be held prior to work commencement to review schedules, submittal procedures, and working protocols.

Performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price are required, underwritten by sureties rated A- or better by A.M. Best Company. Contractors must obtain and maintain comprehensive general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage, comprehensive automobile liability insurance at the same limits, and worker's compensation insurance as required by Florida statute. Contractors must comply with E-Verify requirements and maintain a drug-free workplace as certified under Florida Statute 287.087.

All bids must include executed exhibits covering proposed subcontractors, drug-free workplace certification, bidder qualifications, and non-collusion statements. Unsigned or late bids are subject to automatic rejection. Payment terms are net thirty days unless otherwise specified. The County reserves the right to award items separately or on a lump-sum basis and may purchase more or less than estimated quantities. Contract execution is anticipated by August 20, 2026.