Wekiva Golf Course Irrigation System

Seminole County Board of County Commissioners has issued an Invitation for Bid (Project CC-5450-23/HSM) for the Wekiva Golf Course Irrigation System replacement project. The procurement involves a comprehensive replacement of the existing golf course irrigation infrastructure, which includes installing a new central control system, a reclaimed water booster pump station connected to an existing reclaimed water meter, and an emergency backup water supply connection to an existing well. Key project deliverables include installing HDPE mainline pipes, lateral lines, control valves, rotor heads, and spray heads across multiple golf course sections, with a dual 30 HP variable frequency drive booster pump station capable of maintaining 110 PSI water pressure at a maximum 1,000 GPM flow rate. Bidders must review detailed technical specifications that outline precise installation requirements, material standards, and testing procedures. The project schedule includes a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on November 8, 2023, at 9:00am, a deadline for questions on November 27, 2023, and a proposal submission deadline of December 6, 2023, at 2:00pm. Evaluation criteria will focus on bidders' ability to perform the work, previous performance, financial resources, and compliance with county purchasing regulations.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs), with no specific set-aside designations mentioned. Bidders must provide a bid guarantee of 5% of their total bid and comply with various certification requirements, including public entity crimes, non-collusion, E-Verify, and drug-free workplace standards. Insurance requirements include minimum coverage levels for workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and business auto policy. The project will utilize existing infrastructure, including a 75 HP backup irrigation well designed to deliver 800-1,000 GPM at 100-110 PSI. The Engineer's estimated project cost is $2,150,000.00, with the total project duration specified as 150 calendar days for substantial completion and an additional 30 calendar days for final completion. Liquidated damages are set at $250 per day for delays beyond the specified completion dates. The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids, make multiple awards, or cancel the project entirely, providing flexibility in the procurement process.