Renovation of a theater / auditorium in Cutler Bay, Florida. Completed plans call for the renovation of a theater / auditorium.

Miami-Dade County is soliciting interested contractors to register to participate and perform in Miscellaneous Construction Contract (MCC) Bids under the MCC 7040 & 7360 Plan projects. Contractual Opportunities are continuously available for all businesses located in Miami Dade who are interested in doing business with the County. If you have any vendor registration questions please contact Vendor Assistance at (305) 375-5773. The types of contracts available under the MCC Program are construction projects, facility repairs, neighborhood improvements, emergency repairs and maintenance work with a maximum value of $5.0M; ORD 09-101. All capital departments are participating. Additional opportunities are available through Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) which enables low-income families to reduce their energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient. Funds are used to improve the energy performance of dwellings by families in need, using the most advanced technologies and testing procedures available in the housing industry. Measures to make homes more energy efficient include: replacement or installation of key components, installation of energy recovery ventilation systems including bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans and installation of whole mechanical exhaust systems to provide better indoor air quality, install attic insulation, install window solar films, repair or replace inefficient cooling units, repair or replace water heaters and address air infiltration with weather stripping, caulking thresholds, minor wall repairs, ceiling and floors, windows and doors. License Requirements - At the time of Bid and pursuant to the requirements of Section 10-3 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida and Request for Price Quotation (RPQ) and Contract Documents, the Bidder and all its subcontractor must hold a valid, current, and active State and/or Miami-Dade County contractor's license consistent with the requirements of the Scope of Work. The Department of Cultural Affairs manages the South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center (SMDCAC), a world-class, multi-disciplinary cultural venue and community-gathering place located at 10950 SW 211 Street in Cutler Bay. The Center plays a key role in the economic and cultural development of the area and has been serving as one of South Florida's premiere performing arts center since opening its doors in 2011. The complex consists of the main Theater Building (79,000 SF) that houses a 966-seat theater on three levels, an orchestra pit, stage area with fly loft space, dressing rooms, administrative offices, and a rehearsal room. The adjacent Activities Building (7,500 SF) adds rehearsal, small-scale performance and classroom spaces across an uncovered plaza that joins the two buildings. The existing Fire Alarm and Smoke Evacuation Systems have become obsolete, and parts are no longer manufactured or available for repairs. CUA has engaged the services of a registered Mechanical Engineer to assess and define the scope of work for services required to replace the Fire Alarm and Smoke Evacuation Systems for the facility. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: At the time of Bid and pursuant to the requirements of Section 10-3 of the Code of Miami-Dade County, Florida and these Solicitation and Contract Documents, the Bidder must hold a valid, current, and active Certified Fire Alarm Systems Contractor License in the State of Florida. EXPERIENCE: Bidders must meet the following minimum qualifications and responsibility requirements: 1.The selected contractor or primary principals of the company must demonstrate active experience in the fire alarm and smoke evacuation industry for at least ten (10) years prior to submittal. 2. The selected contractor or primary principals and/or senior management must demonstrate experience as a prime contractor responsible for the successful completion by the identified personnel of a minimum of two (2) project within the last 10 years involving the replacement of fire alarms systems and smoke evacuation controls systems in commercial buildings of similar size and scope.