University Shores Water and Sewer Improvements Package No. 4

Orange County, Florida is soliciting sealed electronic bids for the University Shores Water and Sewer Improvements Package No. 4 (Y23-742), a comprehensive infrastructure rehabilitation project. The procurement is for water and sewer system upgrades involving the rehabilitation of three existing pump stations, water main and gravity sewer replacement, installation of new fire hydrants and clean outs, and rehabilitation of manhole and gravity main lines in the University Shores neighborhood. The project scope includes constructing approximately 24,848 linear feet of water mains (4-12 inch diameter), replacing/installing 9,078 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains (8-10 inch diameter), and conducting point repairs, manhole rehabilitation, lateral replacements, and service line work. Bidders must submit responses electronically via the OpenGov e-Procurement Platform by 4:00 pm EST on February 7, 2023, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference previously held on November 28, 2022. The project requires substantial completion within 720 consecutive calendar days and final completion within 780 consecutive calendar days from the Official Notice to Proceed, with bidders required to provide detailed documentation including project references, subcontractor information, and compliance with various county ordinances.

The contract includes a 25% Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation goal, with specific workforce diversity requirements of 18% minority and 6% women employees. Bidders must demonstrate good faith efforts if M/WBE goals are not met and submit various certifications, including a drug-free workplace form and e-verification certification. The project has a total estimated base bid of $19,829,801.53, with requirements for performance and payment bonds and comprehensive insurance coverage. Contractors must comply with specific material and work execution guidelines, and the contract includes provisions for potential change orders. The procurement emphasizes integration of new infrastructure with existing utility systems while maintaining continuous operation throughout construction. Bidders must provide detailed technical documentation, demonstrate capability to work within five adjacent utility service areas, and adhere to Orange County Utilities' strict technical and performance standards for infrastructure rehabilitation and replacement.