Site work and asbestos abatement for a water / sewer project in Groveland, Florida. Completed plans call for site work for a water / sewer project; and for asbestos abatement for a water / sewer project.

The purpose of this Invitation to Bid (ITB) is to solicit competitive sealed bids to replace approximately 12,400 LF of 2", 6", 8", and 10" waterline, in accordance with this Invitation to Bid, the bid response, the Scope of Work, all Exhibits and all Attachments. The work generally includes the furnishing of all labor, materials, and equipment for the construction of new PVC water lines, valves, fire hydrants, and related appurtenances, as well as site restoration. LOCATION OF PROJECT: South of the intersection of SR 50 and SR 19 in Groveland, FL. Generally along the roads between Magnolia Street and Beach Street. Groveland is a historic rural community in southern Lake County, immediately adjacent to the City of Clermont and the ever-growing Orlando regional marketplace. The City of Groveland is one of Florida's fastest-growing communities; Groveland's population, up 149% from 2010, is 21,712 persons. The City's small-town feel, natural resources, recreational facilities, and easy access to the Central Florida region and beyond have made Groveland a residential destination for young families and maturing households. No pre-bid conference will be scheduled. Bidders are encouraged to explore the project location to familiarize themselves with the needs of the area and the constraints of the project space. Bid Bond The Bid Bond shall be for 5% of the amount bid and shall be submitted with the Bid Submittal. The Bid Bond shall be executed by a surety authorized to do business in the State of Florida and as named in the current list of "Companies Holding Certificates of Authority as Acceptable Sureties on Federal Bonds and as Acceptable Reinsuring Companies" as published in Circular 570 (amended) by the Audit Staff, Bureau of Government Financial Operations, U.S. Treasury Department and A.M. Best rated A VIII or better. All bonds signed by an agent must be accompanied by a certified copy of authority to act and indicate that they are licensed to do business in the State of Florida. Certified checks or cashier's checks shall be drawn on a solvent bank or trust company to the order of the City of Groveland and shall have all necessary documentary revenue stamps attached, if required by law. Personal checks are not acceptable to the City. Public Construction Bond When the contract amount exceeds $100,000, a Public Construction Bond issued in a sum equal to one hundred (100%) percent of the total awarded Contract, including any allowance and/or contingency, by a Surety company considered satisfactory by the City, as noted above, will be required from the successful Bidder for purposes of protecting the City from lawsuits for non payment of debts as might be incurred during the successful Bidder's performance under such Contract, and insuring the faithful performance of the obligations imposed by the resulting Contract. The Public Construction Bond shall be executed by a surety authorized to do business in the State of Florida and as named in the current list of "Companies Holding Certificates of Authority as Acceptable Sureties on Federal Bonds and as Acceptable Reinsuring Companies" as published in Circular 570 (amended) by the Audit Staff, Bureau of Government Financial Operations, U.S. Treasury Department and A.M. Best rated A VIII or better. All bonds signed by an agent must be accompanied by a certified copy of authority to act and indicate that they are licensed to do business in the State of Florida. The Public Construction Bond must be properly executed by the Surety Company and successful Bidder within ten (10) days after receipt of notification from the City of its award of the Contract. The Contractor shall record the payment and performance bonds in Lake County public records as required by Florida Statutes, Chapter 255.05. Before commencing the work the Contractor shall provide to the Procurement Manager a certified copy of the recorded bonds. No payment will be made to the contractor until the contractor has provided a copy of the recorded bonds. Davis-Bacon Wage Determination This project requires the awarded contractor to follow the Davis-Bacon Wage Determination attached to this solicitation. Question Deadline April 26, 2024, 11:00am Bid Tabulation May 16, 2024