Renovation of a mixed-use development in Arcadia, Florida. Completed plans call for the renovation of a pre-engineered storage facility; and water / sewer project.

The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners is seeking Bids from qualified contractors to provide construction services for the renovation of the DCI Water Treatment Facility located at 13617 SE Hwy 70, Arcadia, Florida. Question Deadline 05/13/2025 technical question will be accepted after seven (7) day prior to the date set for bid opening. Direct inquiries to: Cindy Talamantez, CPPB, CPPO Purchasing Director DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners 201 East Oak Street, Suite 203 Arcadia, Florida 34266 863-993-4816 Office 863-993-4819 Fax c.talamantez@desotobocc.com The structure is a 3,796 square-foot pre-engineered metal building originally constructed in 1970. Based on a structural inspection conducted on April 25, 2024, the facility has experienced deterioration to several critical building elements, primarily due to environmental exposure and off-gassing from water treatment activities. For additional information, contact: Cindy Talamantez, CPPO, CPPB Purchasing Director Email: c.talamantez@desotobocc.com Telephone: (863) 993-4816 This project is intended to restore the building's integrity, functionality, and code compliance through the repair and replacement of key structural components. All work shall be performed in accordance with applicable standards and requirements as outlined herein. The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, supervision, and incidentals necessary to perform the complete Scope of Work. o All materials used must conform to ASTM standards and be appropriate for the building's climate and industrial use. o Building permit fees will be waived by the County; however, the Contractor shall obtain all applicable permits and arrange for all required inspections. o The Contractor shall field-verify all quantities and dimensions prior to beginning work. o All welding must be performed by AWS-certified welders in accordance with applicable building codes and standards. DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS The renovation project will include, but is not limited to, the following specifications: 1. Interior Repairs o Replace approximately 500 square feet of damaged batt insulation (see Note 4). o Repair or replace four (4) damaged or missing horizontal framing members of the louver framing and eight (8) steel king studs in disrepair (see Note 1). 2. Exterior Repairs a. Northeast (Front) Exterior Wall o Replace fifty-five (55) damaged or missing fasteners. o Replace four (4) damaged wall panels. o Replace gutters in two (2) locations (see Note 2). b. Southwest Exterior Wall o Replace thirty (30) damaged or missing fasteners. c. Southeast (Rear) Exterior Wall o Replace one hundred forty-two (142) damaged or missing fasteners. o Replace fifteen (15) damaged wall panels (see Note 3). o Repair or replace two (2) buried rain diverters (see Note 2). d. Northeast Exterior Wall o Replace seventy-five (75) damaged or missing fasteners. o Replace fourteen (14) damaged wall panels. e. Roof Repair o Replace four (4) damaged roof panels. o Replace roof vents. f. Miscellaneous o Ensure all downspouts are properly fastened to the building. o Identify and manage all subcontractors in compliance with DeSoto County's standards for quality and reliability. o All materials used must adhere to applicable ASTM standards and be suitable for the intended use. LOUVER FRAMING Damaged or missing framing members shall be replaced in kind or repaired, including the four (4) 48-inch steel sills and the eight (8) steel king studs. The Contractor shall field-verify the dimensions and properties of the members to be replaced. In areas where the connecting member is degraded, such as the king studs, patches shall be provided in accordance with Exhibit 3 of the structural inspection report. If a member has degraded on more than one face, or if the damage is larger than practicable for repair, the entire damaged section shall be replaced in kind. All welds must be performed by an AWS-certified welder and shall comply with applicable codes and standards. STORM WATER Damaged sections of gutter shall be repaired with appropriate material or replaced. The Contractor shall field-verify the location and size of all damaged rain gutters. The two (2) rain diverters at the rear of the building shall be excavated and replaced if found to be in unacceptable condition. WALL PANELS An estimated thirty-three (33) panels with corrosion or physical damage shall be replaced in kind. The Contractor shall field-verify the location and quantity of damaged wall panels. Superficially damaged panels shall be re-coated to match the existing building. Corroded or missing fasteners (estimated at 302 total) shall also be replaced in kind, regardless of panel condition. INSULATION All insulation showing evidence of saturation shall be replaced (estimated at 500 square feet). Due to the building's age and observed conditions, it is anticipated that existing insulation does not meet the requirements of the current Florida Building Code, Energy Conservation (FBC-EC) for commercial buildings. According to FBC-EC Table C301.1, DeSoto County is classified as Climate Zone 2A (warm-humid). Required R-values per FBC-EC Table C402.1.3 are: o Metal building roof: R-19 plus R-11 liner systems o Metal building walls: R-13 plus R-6.5 continuous insulation TIME OF PERFORMANCE The Contractor shall commence work upon issuance of a formal Notice to Proceed. The County will coordinate with the awarded Contractor to establish a mutually agreed-upon project schedule. The agreed time of performance will be incorporated into the contract documents following award. WORKING HOURS Work shall be performed Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, excluding County holidays. Weekend work must be approved in advance by the County. SITE RESTORATION & FINAL CLEANUP Upon completion, the Contractor shall restore all disturbed areas to their original or better condition. All construction debris, surplus materials, and equipment shall be removed from the site. Final acceptance is contingent upon satisfactory inspection by the County's representative. All Prospective Bidders/respondents Are Hereby Cautioned Not to Contact Any Member of the Desoto County Board of County Commissioners Staff or Officials Other Than the Specified Contact Person. Minority-Owned, Woman-Owned, and Small Business Enterprises are encouraged to respond to this solicitation. The estimated project value is between $50,000 and $150,000. *The value for this project is based on a financial range. The value is listed as the highest possible cost from the range provided by a stakeholder or official project document.