Site work and new construction of a residential development in Pensacola, Florida. Completed plans call for the construction of a residential development; and for site work for a residential development.

1. Introduction 1.1. Summary Escambia County is soliciting bids for the construction of a single-family dwelling per attached plans and written specifications. After construction is complete, the home will be sold to an income-qualified homebuyer. Bidders/Firms must be licensed in the State of Florida as a General Contractor, Building Contractor, or Residential Contractor, and in good standing with Escambia County/City of Pensacola. Question Submission Deadline:October 16, 2024, 2:00pm 1.2. Contact Information Tammy Straughn Purchasing Coordinator 221 Palafox Place 2nd Floor Pensacola, FL 32505 Email: tmbaker1@myescambia.com Phone: (850) 595-4985 Department: Purchasing 2. Scope of Work 2.1. PROJECT OVERVIEW & GENERAL INFORMATION PROJECT OVERVIEW & GENERAL INFORMATION: Escambia County is soliciting bids for the construction of a single-family dwelling per attached plans and written specifications. After construction is complete, the home will be sold to an income-qualified homebuyer. CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE: Must provide current Division 1 Contractor's license and be in good standing with Escambia County Contractor Competency Board. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS: American Rescue Plan-Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF), and State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program funds may be used to construct a house on the property. Contractor may not be debarred from participating in Federal or State programs in order for bid to be awarded. Bidders/Firms must be licensed in the State of Florida as a General Contractor, Building Contractor, or Residential Contractor. Bidders/Firms must also be registered and in good standing with Escambia County/City of Pensacola. All work performed must be inspected (rough and final) and conform to the Ordinances of the governing jurisdiction(s), State Laws, and Florida Building Code. Permits will be paid by the Contractor. Permits, overhead, insurance, and profit must be included into each itemized price and not listed as a separate itemized price or listed under "miscellaneous." Water and electrical usage will be paid by the County. Water and sewer connections will be available at the site. Water and sewer impact and tap fees have been paid by the County. Escambia County will pay for recording of Notice of Commencement in public records. All materials and supplies shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, with all work completed in accordance with industry standards for new construction. All bids must take into consideration the elevation and grade of the property to determine the necessary materials and labor to construct the houses. Materials and/or equipment cannot be staged on adjacent properties. CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS: It is the contractor's sole responsibility to consider existing site conditions to ensure that the project will be constructed to meet the scope of work, construction plans, permitting requirements and the Florida Building Code. It is the contractor's sole responsibility to investigate and become familiar with the grade and topography of the property. Contractor is solely responsible for determining the number of block courses and foundation height (change orders will not be granted for block courses and foundation height). Contractor is solely responsible for determining the number of front and rear entry steps (change orders will not be granted for the number of entry steps). Contractor is responsible for obtaining prints of construction plans for the job site, himself/herself, and the subcontractors. It is the contractor's sole responsibility to investigate and be familiar with any applicable requirements pertaining to permitting, Florida Building Code, State Laws, or local ordinances. Contractor is responsible for pinning the location of the house. Contractor is responsible for the termite protection statement. Contractor is responsible for connecting and installing temporary utilities (water and power) during the project and providing a portable toilet. Contractor is also responsible for provision of permit/plan document box on site. It is the contractor's sole responsibility to locate underground utilities and, as necessary, to notify the County to relocate water meters and/or sewer laterals. Contractor shall immediately supply a lockbox with an access code for key(s) to the property when the exterior doors and locks are installed. Contractor is responsible for ensuring all materials and equipment at the site are secure during the construction period. Once doors and windows are installed, contractor should temporarily cover all glass with an opaque material until blinds are installed. Contractor will furnish the County, all manufacturers and suppliers' written guarantee/warranty documents covering materials and equipment provided through this contract. Contractor will furnish a one-year limited labor and material warranty to cover defects in materials and workmanship occurring from normal use. Contractor is responsible for lawn maintenance at the subject property from the Commencement Date until County Staff certifies in writing the date that the project is complete. If your firm is awarded the bid for residential new construction, the following items must be current and on file, or submitted within ten (10) business days of full execution of the agreement: 1. Current W9 (less than one year old). 2. County Vendor Information sheet (less than one year old) 3. Certificates of Insurance (COI) that meet agreement requirements 4. Performance and Payment Bonds that meet agreement requirements DRAW AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Payment request(s) should be submitted to NED on original invoice, with reference to the project address, and purchase order number. As applicable, all permits related to the draw in question must be passed up to the current progress status prior to the requested draw. Applicable inspection reports must be submitted with draw requests. For example, a foundation permit must be passed by the building inspections department before payment will be released. Up to five (5) draws may be requested, utilizing the following payment schedule: Draw 1: Foundation Complete (permits, site work, footings, foundation), permit box and erosion control -- 15% Draw 2: Rough-In Complete (wall and roof framed and sheathed, subflooring (if applicable), dry in and wrapped, interior walls framing -- 15% Draw 3: Roof complete, siding complete, windows and exterior doors, rough mechanical, plumbing, electrical, framing, exterior painting, parge finish to foundation walls and brick facade/skirting -- 25% Draw 4: Drywall, trim, interior painting, finish hardware, cabinetry, countertops, flooring, appliances, specialties, lighting fixtures, driveway, walkway, landscaping, hurricane fasteners and fabric shields at exterior doors, A/C security cage for outdoor unit, and Certificate of Occupancy -- 20% Draw 5/Final: Completion of all punch list items, New Construction Close-Out Checklist, final survey, property keys, provision of warranty paperwork to County, sign-off by County, Contractor's Final Payment affidavit -- 25% The Contractor will be eligible for Final Payment after the following conditions have been fulfilled: Completion of Scope of Work and Approval by the County Certificate of Occupancy from the Building Inspections Department New Construction Close-Out Checklist Contractor Key Release Form (property keys must be provided to County Staff before or at sign-off) Inspections Approved by ECUA Warranty Paperwork provided to the County [warranty paperwork should include all appliances, roofing, HVAC, water heater, fixtures, equipment, and other materials provided on the project] House is cleaned, and premises is free from all construction debris Agreement Requirements Submission of Contractor's Final Payment Affidavit Surety's Consent to Final Payment (if applicable) 2.2. Specifications - 1011 West Desoto Street DIVISION 1--GENERAL CONDITIONS GENERAL: Supply all building permits and fees as required. Supply all insurance as required. Temporary utilities and portable toilet as required. Lockbox with access code for key(s). Dumpsters, permit box, and trash removal as required. DEMOLITION/SITE PREPARATION: All debris to be removed from site and disposed in accordance with local regulations. Remove trees/vegetation (incld. stumps) as necessary to construct the new dwelling. Trim any trees over hanging roof to clear roof by approximately 10' and remove all debris from site. If necessary, coordinate with a certified arborist to obtain approval to remove/trim protected trees. Remove wire fence and posts near the western property line. Only remove fencing within the property boundary. TERMITE CONTROL: Supply termite statement for building permit. Engage a professional pest control operator and provide soil treatment for termite control with certification of treatment. SURVEYS: Coordinate with a licensed surveyor to pin the location of the house on the property and to obtain the final survey. Final survey must be submitted electronically. DIVISION 2--SITE WORK WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM: Install water and sewer system connections per Florida Building Code and ECUA requirements. EROSION CONTROL: Provide erosion control on the site during construction as required to include silt fencing, mulch, and/or other approved methods. GRADING: Final grading should slope away from the house to prevent water from standing. Contractor will not leave any ruts or holes on the property at project completion. Backfill should be clean of rocks and any debris. LANDSCAPING: Slope grade away from house and install a total of 8 pallets of Centipede sod for the front, sides, and back yard. Use clean topsoil for landscaping, not red clay or sand. DIVISION 3--CONCRETE AND MASONRY FOUNDATION: Install a code approved foundation as per plans. Apply a parge finish to foundation walls. BRICK: Construct as shown on plans. County to select standard in stock brick. BRICK THRESHOLDS: Install rowlock bricks under front exterior door threshold. STEPS: As necessary, install brick step(s) at front entry to match grade, and width of walkway. As necessary, install concrete step(s) at rear entry. Install step(s) to meet building code requirements. WALKWAY and DRIVEWAY: Install concrete walk and driveway as shown on plans. Expansion Joints per code. SIDEWALK: Install sidewalk as shown on plans in accordance with City Standards. DIVISION 4--METALS N/A DIVISION 5--WOOD AND PLASTICS EXTERIOR WALLS & FRAMING: 1. Sheathing: 7/16" OSB or 1/2 " plywood installed per engineering. 2. Roof framing: Engineered truss system designed and certified by truss manufacturer's engineer as provided by contractor. Gable end bracing and hurricane clips to be included per engineers' specifications. EXTERIOR FINISH CARPENTRY: 1. Trim exterior doors and windows with 5/4 Fiber Cement trim. Review plans for flashing details. 2. Fascia: Install aluminum fascia with a minimum .019" thickness. 3. Soffit: Install white solid vinyl soffit with 50% ventilated panels. Soffit shall have a minimum thickness of .044". 4. Porch ceilings: White Vinyl solid soffit, vinyl exterior grade beadboard, or concrete fiberboard. Installation should minimize visible seams 5. Exterior Posts: 6x6 PT post or structural fiberglass on front porch. Construct posts and columns per details on plans and elevations. Prime and paint to match exterior trim selection CABINETRY: Install base cabinets with post-formed countertop and wall cabinets in accordance with the enclosed floor plan. Install linen cabinet (tall) in hallway bathroom as shown on floor plan. Cabinets shall be constructed of 1/2 inch birch plywood or better. Front frames shall be of basswood or hardwood. Shelves shall be of solid pine or A/C exterior grade plywood. No particle board shall be used. Concealed cabinet sides may be of 1/2 inch fir plywood. All cabinets shall have a plywood or paneling backing. Base cabinets (incld. linen cabinet) shall have 12-inch minimum deep shelves except for under kitchen or bathroom sinks. Drawers shall have side-mounted drawer guides. No plywood edges shall be left exposed. Toe kicks, cabinet trim (incld. crown moulding) to match cabinet finish. Install knobs on all doors and drawers (Matte Black Finish). Wall cabinets shall be at least 30-inches tall. Cabinets shall be mounted with wood screws and shall be level and plumb and secure. Cabinet to be "Shaker" style door with a white finish. Approved equal may be submitted to the County. INTERIOR WOODWORK: 1. Baseboards: Install 5-1/4" wood base through-out. MDF will not be allowed. Profile on baseboards must match (or similar) door trim. 2. Shoe Moulding: Install shoe moulding throughout including around base cabinets and vanities. 3. Window Trim: Frame out windows with drywall. Install wood stools and aprons on all interior windows and paint. Profile on apron trim must match (or similar) door trim. MDF will not be allowed. 4. Door Trim: 3" minimum square edge. MDF will not be allowed. 5. All interior trim woodwork to be primed. Profile on door trim must match (or similar) to baseboard and window trim. 6. Attic Access: Install attic access with 1/2 " b/c plywood or better. Trim profile to match door trim. MDF will not be allowed. DIVISION 6--THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION ROOF: Install 30-year warranty dimensional fiberglass asphalt shingles over self-adhering polymer modified bitumen membrane in accordance with Florida Building Code. Install 6-inch double break aluminum eave metal. Eave metal must be 24 gauge. Install PVC or metal/EPDM boots over all plumbing penetrations. Vent stacks to be painted shingle color. Roof manufacturer to be GAF Timberline HD (FL Approval No: FL10124-R20) or equivalent. Shingle color - Weathered Gray. Ridge Vent: Install shingle over ridge vent. INSULATION: 1. Ceiling: Install R-38 insulation in the attic space. 2. Exterior Walls: Install R-13 batt insulation on the exterior walls. 3. Seal around all doors and windows prior to installation of drywall. 4. Insulate all T's and corners on exterior walls prior to installation of exterior sheathing. 5. Attach 2 layers of R19 batt insulation to top of attic access cover. Install a dam around attic access to keep insulation in place. 6. A blower door test is required and must be passed. SIDING: Install 8.25" with 7" exposure smooth fiber cement lap siding with associated 5/4 fiber cement trim. Prep, prime and paint siding, and trim using exterior rated primer and paint. CAULK: All caulk used must comply with ASTM C 834 or ASTM C 920 and have a minimum warranty of 30 years. Install rubber or waterproof membrane then install self-adhesive window flashing tape around all window flanges prior to installation of trim and siding. See plan for flashing details on doors and windows. DIVISION 7--DOORS AND WINDOWS DOORS: 1. Front Entry: Install a pre-hung Steel, Energy Star Rated Craftsman Style door: JELD-WEN 36in x 80in Model #LOWOLJW182400075. Install fasteners for hurricane fabric shield panels per manufacturer instructions. Provide hurricane fabric shield panels to cover the entire opening for front entry door. 2. Rear Entry: Install a metal Energy Star Rated insulated door unit: Masonite 32-in x 80-in, Model #05187 with dead bolt and lockset installed. Install fasteners for hurricane fabric shield panels per manufacturer instructions. Provide hurricane fabric shield panels to cover the entire opening for rear entry door. 3. Impact glass is not required for exterior doors. 4. Interior Doors: Install 2-panel Cambridge style doors with handle sets. All interior doors must have a minimum of 1-inch clearance between bottom of door and finish floor covering. FINISH HARDWARE: 1. All hardware to be matte black finish, unless specified otherwise, including latches, hinges, knobs, handles, handle sets, and locks are to be included. Doorstops: Install rigid door stops on all interior and exterior doors. 2. Interior door hardware will be Kwikset Cove in matte black finish. Dummy knobs may be used for bifold closets or mechanical access doors; passage knobs for closets, storage, and hallway doors; privacy knobs for bedrooms and bathrooms. 3. Exterior entries deadbolt and lockset: Front and Rear Entry: Kwikset Sedona Matte Black Model # 740SEL 514 SMT 6AL RCS (matte black finish). Deadbolt: Kwikset 660514SMTK3V1 (matte black finish) All locks to be keyed alike and provide two copies of the keys 4. Install an electric doorbell. WINDOWS: Install Florida building code approved single hung 1 over 1, tilt sash vinyl windows with low-e impact resistant glass, STC of 33 or greater, and screens. Jeld-Wen Premium Atlantic Series Low-E, Impact Rated (or equivalent quality/spec with County approval). Frame color to be white, unless otherwise specified. Grid pattern/style to be approved by the County. DIVISION 8--FINISHES FLOORS: Install Shaw Vinyl Plank Flooring, Infinite SPC 3100V Color - Barley Field - 7194, per manufacturer's instructions. Equivalent quality/spec (minimum 20 mil and waterproof) may be considered with County approval. WALLS AND CEILING SHEATHING: 1. Walls shall be 1/2 " drywall. Prime with sheetrock primer. Light orange peel texture. 2. Ceilings shall be 5/8" drywall. Prime and paint with flat interior latex white paint. Finish all rooms with knockdown texture on ceiling. 3. Bathrooms and wet areas in kitchen and laundry shall be green board. PAINT: 1. Interior: County will have two interior color choices: one for walls and one for trim. All paint to be used must mid-grade or better. Walls to be latex satin or eggshell finish, 2 coats. All trim must be primed and painted with latex semi-gloss finish, 2 coats. All ceilings are to be white using flat latex. 2. Exterior: County will have up to three exterior color choices: one for siding, one for trim (incld. door frames), and one for exterior doors. County may opt to select same door and trim color. All paint to be used must be rated for exterior use. Siding to be latex flat finish, 2 coats. Trim and door latex satin or semi-gloss finish, 2 coats. COUNTERTOPS: Install Level 1 - Granite countertops (eased edge) with 4-inch backsplash. Style/Color to be selected by County. One selection for all kitchen and bath(s). DIVISION 9--SPECIALTIES BATH ACCESSORIES: In each bath, install a toilet paper holder, 24" towel bar, and shower curtain rod. Color is matte black. Install vanity mirrors over sink that match the width of vanity cabinets. Mirror Height: Minimum 36 inches. WINDOW TREATMENTS: Install 1" horizontal vinyl blinds (white) on all windows SHELVING: All shelving shall be white vinyl coated steel or ventilated shelving. Closets shall have hanging rod. Install as shown on drawings. MAILBOX: Provide post mounted mailbox to comply with USPS standards installed for mail truck accessibility. Black mailbox. Install adhesive street numbers on mailbox. HOUSE NUMBERS: Install minimum 3" height metal (black finish) house numbers above or beside front door (siding or trim). Numbers should be over contrasting color for visibility. To be installed with nails. DIVISION 10--EQUIPMENT APPLIANCES: 1. Appliances will be GE, stainless steel finish and will include the following: Electric Range - MODEL NUMBER: GRF40HSVSS Over the Range Microwave with Exhaust Fan - MODEL NUMBER: JVM3160RFSS Refrigerator - MODEL NUMBER: GSS25GYPFS Dishwasher - MODEL NUMBER: GDT550PYRFS Contractor must provide warranty for each appliance DIVISION 11--MECHANICAL SYSTEMS PLUMBING: All plumbing and fixtures will be new and installed per Florida Building Code and manufacturer's instructions 1. Water Lines: Install all new lines from meter to all fixtures using PEX, PVC SCH 40, and/or CPVC. 2. Drain Lines: New PVC SCH 40 3. Water Heater: Install an A.O. Smith Signature 900, 50-gallon, electric water heater, Energy Star rated (or equivalent quality/spec subject to County Approval). 4. Hose Bibbs: Two (2) 1/4 turn exterior hose bibs as shown on plans 5. Washing machine connection: install a recessed washer connection in Laundry area. 6. Kitchen Plumbing Fixtures: Kitchen Sink: Install a new dual-compartment, undermount, 6.5" deep minimum stainless-steel sink with brushed finish. Kitchen Faucet: Delta Foundations, American Standard Colony, or Moen Adler single handle standard faucet with sprayer. Matte Black finish. 7. Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: Hallway Bathroom Tile Shower: Waterproofing: Painted Membrane (or equivalent waterproofing method with County Approval) Wall backing must be 1/2 inch hardie backer board with screws spaced appropriately to factory specifications and mudded with appropriate thinset All seams must be taped and mudded with appropriate thinset A minimum of two coats of paint-on membranes such as Red Guard or Aquadefense must be painted on. Second coat shall be painted on at a right angle from the first Tile: Wall tile will be 12x24 porcelain with 1/8 or 3/16 inch spacers. Style/Color to be selected by the County. Floor tile must 2-inch octagon sheets of porcelain. Style/Color to be selected by the County. Thinset must be appropriate and consistent with the factory specs for both the membrane and the tile Lippage of over 1/8th of an inch will not be accepted. Leveling spacers are strongly encouraged. Tiles must be installed at or over 95% coverage. Walls must be troweled and back of all tile back buttered. BLOB METHOD OR OTHER INFERIOR INSTALLATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Grout Unsanded grout must be utilized Inconsistencies of over 1/8th of an inch will not be accepted. Spacers are encouraged for consistent grout lines. Grout color to be selected by the County Grout lines must be clean, wiped, and not overfilled Corners and bases must have grout-matched caulking rather than grout Grout haze must be removed Shower threshold must meet ADA requirements All factory specified installation materials and methods must be followed Master Bathroom Tub/Shower: Unless otherwise noted on plans, tub/shower combo will be white fiberglass one-piece units. Shower/Tub Combo and shower must have aging in place backing and bath walls blocked for grab bars at tubs/showers and toilets. Water Closet: White Water Sense certified comfort height elongated toilet with matching seat. Lavatory Sink: Install round, drop-in white vitreous china sink. Minimum 19" width (side to side)--Glacier Bay Aragon, or equal. Lavatory Faucet: Brass bodied WaterSense Delta Classic or equal. Matte Black Lever style handles. Master Bathroom Shower/tub Faucet: Delta Model #144862-BL or equal with County approval. Matte Black. Single Lever style handle Hallway Bathroom Shower Faucet: Delta Model #142822-BL in Matte Black Finish 8. Shut-off valves shall be 1/4 turn brass bodied only. 9. Ice Maker: Install water supply to the refrigerator and terminate in plastic ice maker outlet box. 10. No interior water lines shall run over head. 11. Provide pipe sleeves though masonry construction. 12. Install escutcheon plates around all piping in all rooms. HVAC: Install an electric furnace with cooling split system air conditioning unit to meet permitting and Florida Building Code requirements. Brand to be Trane or Rheem sized to code. Install 3' high vinyl screen panels (color - white) outdoor unit per plans. Install a steel rust-resistant, black finish, A/C security cage (minimum 3' x 3') with mesh side panels on all four sides on outdoor unit. Security cage must be bolted down. Install a Master Lock outdoor puck padlock (or a heavy-duty lock that is compatible to the security cage) and provide two sets keys. BATHROOM VENTILATION: Install a min 70 CFM VENTED exhaust fan with LED light to be discharged through soffit. DIVISION 12--ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 1. Install a 200-amp electrical service. New wiring copper conductor with non-metallic sheath over multiple conductors. 2. Doorbell: Install hardwired push button doorbell at front door. 3. Cable/phone: Install 4 CATV outlets and 4 telephone outlets with connecting terminals. One of each in each bedroom and remaining outlet in owner identified location. 4. Smoke/CO2 alarms: Hardwired smoke/co2 alarms as required by code. 5. Wiring device colors: All wiring devices and device plate covers shall be white. 6. Ensure the secure mounting and support of all lighting fixtures. Install ceiling fan mounting brackets in all bedrooms and living room. All light fixtures shall be installed plumb, square, and level with the ceiling, wall, and/or adjacent lighting fixtures. 7. Field verify all outlet and switch locations as shown on plans. In bedrooms, provide a separate switch for ceiling fan and light. Install receptacle under kitchen sink for dishwasher. Install a switch for garbage disposal that owner may install on a later date. 8. Contractor to furnish LED bulbs as required. 9. Lighting Schedule: