Venetian Cove Marina Improvement Project (ARPA)

The City of Leesburg is seeking a qualified Florida-licensed and certified contractor for the Venetian Cove Marina Improvement Project, funded through ARPA, with a comprehensive solicitation (IFB No. 250201) for marina infrastructure upgrades. The project involves improvements to the existing marina building and boat docks, requiring contractors to provide all necessary labor, equipment, tools, materials, and services for a complex renovation. Deliverables include constructing approximately 9,400 sq. ft. of new floating docks with 6' wide main walkways, 3' wide finger docks, and upgrades to the marina office building. Contractors must submit a 5% bid bond, detailed project experience, subcontractor lists, and comprehensive insurance documentation. Key procurement dates include a pre-bid site visit on December 5, 2024, bid specification questions due by December 30, 2024, and the final bid due date of January 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM via Zoom. The project will be evaluated using a best value approach, considering factors such as price, specification compliance, performance capability, prior performance, warranty, delivery time, and financial capability. The contract term is set at 300 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with liquidated damages of $1,694 per day for delays beyond the specified completion timeframe.

The solicitation does not explicitly designate specific set-aside requirements for disadvantaged enterprises, though it does emphasize compliance with federal procurement guidelines that include provisions for small and minority businesses. Bidders must meet E-Verify requirements, provide public records access, and adhere to civil rights and non-discrimination provisions. The total project budget is $1,700,000, which includes a 10% construction contingency, with contractors required to have a current active State of Florida Certified General Contractor (CGC) or Building Contractor (CBC) license. The marina is intended to remain operational during construction, with potential temporary shutdowns, and contractors will need to provide temporary utilities and ensure ADA compliance. A LIMITED Notice to Proceed can be issued for material procurement, and the project allows for two potential contract components: Contract A for the marina office building and Contract B for dock expansion, with bidders not required to bid on both. The City Commission is expected to make the final award after completing all required documentation, with an intent to award recommendation scheduled for January 31, 2025.