Clay County is seeking bids from qualified and experienced Contractors who can provide right-of-way mowing services. The selected Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation and supplies required to complete the work required in the scope of this bid, keeping all areas listed in a well-maintained condition. The selected Contractor hereby acknowledges that all services will be performed in a timely manner, utilizing first-class workmanship. Bids require a five (5%) percent bid bond and may not be withdrawn after the scheduled opening time for a period of thirty (30) days. The term bid bond shall include bonds or cashier or certified checks payable to the County. Any Cashier or Certified Check must be uploaded with the Bid and the original Cashier or Certified Check must be received by the Purchasing Department no later than two (2) business days after the RFB due date. Performance and Payment Bonds are not required for projects of $200,000.00 or less. Prior to commencement of a project exceeding $200,000.00, in accordance with F.S. 255.05, the awarded Bidder shall file a 100% Performance Bond and Payment Bond (using Clay County's Standard Form) in the Public Record of Clay County, Florida, Recording Dept./Room 130, 825 North Orange Avenue, Green Cove Springs, Florida 32043. The recorded Performance and Payment Bonds shall be provided prior to the commencement of construction to Clay County Purchasing Department, PO Box 1366, Green Cove Springs, Florida 32043. Performance and Payment Bonds must be increased in accordance with any change order increases on the project. Question Deadline 03/06/2024 at 4:30 PM ET Inquiries may be submitted to the Purchasing Department. Final Addendum:March 8, 2024, 4:30pm The initial contract shall be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for a period of twenty-four (24) months from the date of the Board of County Commissioners approval, with the County reserving the right and option to extend the contract for an additional two (2) periods of twelve months each, if such is agreeable with the successful Contractor. The Board reserves the right to reject any and all Bids without cause and to waive technical and nontechnical or non-material defects in the request or submittals of any Bids.
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