Tosohatchee Residence Replacement in Orange County

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is seeking competitive bids for the demolition of an existing modular residence and the construction of a new modular residence, along with associated site and utility work, at the Tosohatchee Wildlife Management Area in Orange County, Florida. The project, identified as FWC 22/23-107C - Tosohatchee Residence Replacement, requires contractors to meet certain prequalification requirements, provide performance and payment bonds, and maintain specified insurance coverage. Bidders must submit their proposals by 3:30 PM ET on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, and the anticipated award date is June 5, 2023. The solicitation includes a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on May 12, 2023, and a deadline for questions on May 19, 2023. FWC has an estimated budget of $450,000 for this project and encourages diversity in subcontracting opportunities.

The solicitation is open to vendors registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace system and with SunBiz. Bidders must comply with state laws regarding the use of Florida products, labor, and residents. The contract includes provisions for construction schedules, inspections, materials approvals, warranties, changes, and payments, and liquidated damages may be assessed for delays in substantial or final completion. Funding for the project is provided by the state of Florida, and the contract term extends from the notice to proceed through one year after final completion.