This is a solicitation for qualified Florida licensed general or building contractors to perform rehabilitation work on a residential home. The contractor will be responsible for all labor, materials, and equipment, adhering to rehabilitation specifications, guidelines, and the Florida Building Code. A minimum of three years of experience in residential rehabilitation services is required. Insurance requirements include commercial general liability, commercial automotive liability, and workers compensation. The contractor must obtain all necessary city permits (building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical) at their own cost. The construction timeframe is a maximum of 60 days from the notice to proceed, with a 10-day lead time to begin work. The contractor must provide a 12-month material and labor warranty. Bids will be received on a lump sum basis, and the award will be made to the lowest bidder meeting all requirements. The contractor must perform a minimum of 30% of the work with their own forces. Liquidated damages of **** per calendar day will be applied for exceeding the completion time.
The bid notice states that work will be completed and ready for final payment within sixty 60 days of the issued notice to proceed. The required start time after the city-issued notice to proceed shall be a maximum of ten 10 calendar days to begin work.
The bid notice mentions that contractor will invoice at least once a month or as draws. All original invoices will be sent to specific individuals via mail or email.
The bid notice states that the contractor will provide a twelve 12 month material and labor warranty from the date of completion, against operational failure caused by defective material or workmanship which occurs during normal use.
The bid notice states that award will be made to the lowest bidder, not including optional line items, meeting all requirements outlined herein.
The bid notice requires that the bidder must be a licensed general or building residential contractor in the state of Florida and possess a minimum of three years of experience in providing residential rehabilitation services.
The bid notice states that the contractor shall pay the city **** for each calendar day that expires after the time specified for completion, until work is completed.
The bid notice mentions a nonmandatory prebid meeting and refers to the listing for the prebid meeting date, time, and location. It also states that job site visits by city staff do not constitute approval, awareness, or liability for any hazardous condition.