West Putnam Fire Station Civil Work

Putnam County is seeking qualified contractors for the West Putnam Fire Station Civil Work project through a competitive bid process (Bid No. 25-06). The procurement involves comprehensive civil infrastructure work for constructing a 7,000 square foot fire station located at 1453 Baden Powell Road in Hawthorne, Florida. Specific project deliverables include site grading, drain field installation, parking lot and driveway construction, sidewalk development, and retention pond creation. Contractors must demonstrate successful completion of at least three similar projects within the past five years and possess a valid Florida contractor's license. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on January 14, 2025, at CRG Architect's office in Palatka, with sealed bids due by 2:00 pm EST on February 5, 2025. The project timeline requires substantial completion within 240 calendar days and final completion within 255 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Evaluation criteria include bid responsiveness, contractor qualifications, and adherence to all specified technical and administrative requirements.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged business enterprises. Bidders are required to maintain a drug-free workplace, provide proof of insurance with $1,000,000 combined single limit coverage, and comply with E-Verify employment eligibility verification. A 5% bid bond is mandatory, and performance and payment bonds must cover 100% of the contract price. Contractors will be subject to liquidated damages of $300 per day for project delays. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the civil work suggests a significant infrastructure investment. The county reserves the right to award the bid to the lowest responsive bidder and may reject any or all submissions. Potential bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including a proposal cover sheet, statement of qualifications, non-discrimination forms, and other required certifications to be considered for the project.