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. 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), State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds may be used to construct a house on this 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. 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, overhead, insurance, and profit must be included into each itemized price and not listed as a separate itemized price or listed under "miscellaneous." The initial permit fees for the New Construction-Single Family Permit and Land Use Approval, in the amount of $625.49, will be paid by the County. The Septic Tank (OSTDS) Abandonment Permit fee has been paid by the County. Any additional fees must be paid by the Contractor. The Building plans, site plan and zoning have been approved by the Development Services Department and Building Inspections Department. The awarded contractor will have to provide a termite treatment statement in order for the Building Inspections Department to release approved plans and the permit. 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 house. 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 Inspections Approved by the Health Department 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)