Renovation of a library in Hialeah, Florida. Completed plans call for the renovation of a 15,783-square-foot, one-story above grade library.

All Requests for Information (RFI) must be submitted electronically, in word format, by July 9, 2025 to Cga@mdpls.org and a copy filed with the Clerk of the Board at clerkbcc@miamidade.gov. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED The County reserves the right to postpone or cancel the bid opening at any time prior to the scheduled opening, reject any and or all Bids, waive informalities and irregularities, or to re-advertise the Project. The County, choosing to exercise its right of rejection, does so without the imposition of any liability against the County. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to verify all pricing prior to submitting a final Base Bid price. Failure to honor pricing could impact the ability of the firm to receive County Business in the future as it will become a responsibility issue in future evaluations. Bids must be submitted pursuant to all the requirements set forth in the Bid Documents. PROJECT ESTIMATE(S): Contract Base: $ 7,051,009.38 PRIME CONTRACTOR LICENSE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Include with the bid submittal package, copies of certifications and documentation that demonstrate that 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 Documents, the Bidder holds a valid, current, and active: License Requirements: PRIMARY: Certified General Contractor Contractor SUB: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Low Voltage &Audio Visual, Signage Designer/Fabricator Experience Requirements: Miami-Dade Public Library System is requesting that the General Contractor at a minimum, through full-time personnel, have experience within the last five (5) years in successfully completing new construction of commercial or public buildings using sustainable materials and methods, coordinating electrical and low voltage infrastructure and that they can demonstrate experience delivering high quality, durable interior finishes, and fixtures. They must be fully insured and bonded for the project which is estimated at $7,051,009.38. It is preferred that the team members also have the following: o Experience within the last seven (7) years with building new or renovating public libraries. o Experience with library technologies including high-speed wi-fi internet, low voltage wiring, all-in-one audio-visual presentation systems, and integrated automated building control systems. o LEED building certified professionals on staff and experience constructing at least 1 LEED certified building within the last seven (7) years. SCOPE OF WORK: (Contractor must obtain and submit all permits prior to performing any work.) CONTRACTOR shall review all documents, plans, and scope of work provided by Miami-Dade County Library System, Capital Programs Division for work to be completed. The CONTRACTOR shall protect all existing components: walkways, existing trees, benches and other existing site furnishings including perimeter fence, if applicable. The CONTRACTOR shall perform the WORK complete, in place, tested, and ready for continuous occupancy, and shall include repairs, replacements, and restoration required as a result of damages caused during the construction. CONTRACTOR shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, services, and incidentals to complete all work required by these contract documents and as can be inferred and necessary for the proper completion of the WORK, whether specifically indicated in the contract documents or not. Specifications prepared by ELM ARCH for the Library. The work consists of, but is not limited to furnishing all supervision, labor, materials, equipment, tools, services, and incidentals necessary for the construction services for the addition of a new building structure of approximate 5,000 square feet and complete renovation of the existing 11,334 square feet building, removing all the interior finishes, devices, accessories, relocating and reconfiguring the space with new partitions, removing and replacing plumbing fixtures with water efficient fixtures, new fire alarm devices, a new lighting control system that integrates with the existing BMS system, new electrical and energy efficient lighting fixtures and equipment, and new HVAC equipment: new chiller, grilles and ducts, all new data conduit and/or wiring and new electrical outlets, adding a new Children's Room area and YOUmedia Miami technology space, new multipurpose room, new study and collaboration rooms, new public restrooms in the Children's Room and updated existing public restrooms with new finishes and low-flow fixtures, wireless upgrade to Wi-Fi 6 for faster connectivity, new telecom infrastructure and data wiring throughout the branch, new acoustical ceilings throughout the building, installing conduit, backer boxes and the like for future security and upgrading all finishes (i.e. ceilings, paint, flooring, accessories, fixtures, etc.) throughout the library. The exterior improvements include, but are not limited to the addition of approximately 5,000 square feet to the existing 11,334 sq. ft. facility , a new energy-efficient "cool roof", new impact resistant windows and doors, improved exterior facade, new courtyard seating area with new furniture and trellis, new pedestrian walkway connecting to new reading garden and reading park, new landscaping with native planting and new water-conserving irrigation system, new bike racks, re-asphalting of the parking lot, new addition of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, new drive-up Wi-Fi coverage available in the entire parking lot. The selected Contractor shall be responsible for completing the project in accordance with the complete contract construction documents and specifications as necessary to obtain all approvals by any/all authorities having jurisdiction over the project, including but not limited to the Town of Miami Lakes and all Miami-Dade County or other permitting agencies. The project must be constructed to meet or exceed applicable building codes, Town of Miami Lakes Ordinances, and work with modern technological standards for library facilities. Contractor will facilitate the project in an efficient and cooperative manner with MDPLS and MDPLS' design professionals. The Contractor will provide construction services through the completion of the project and include systems commissioning and warranty/close out periods. The required work will result in a complete fully functional and operational Branch Library facility with all new interior spaces and exterior upgrades that will serve the public safely, in a modern, clean, and efficient manner while allowing for the use of modern library technologies throughout the building and site. All books and furniture will be removed by MDPLS. However, any furniture left inside the existing building the contractor will be responsible for removing and disposing of it accordingly. All costs associated with this work are part of the contract. This project is partially funded by a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant and a State of Florida Public Library Construction Grants and the Contractor will be responsible to abide by the terms of those grants. Note that work is further described in the contract documents and within the plans. All Addenda for this project will be available within the same link emailed for the Bid Documents. It is the Bidder's responsibility to ensure receipt of all addenda, and any accompanying documentation. Acknowledgment of bid documents and addenda received by Bidders is a requirement when submitting Bids. Failure to return signed receipts as part of your Bid Submittal may deem the bid non-responsive. BONDS (BID, PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT): Each Bid must be accompanied by a certified check or acceptable bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the proposed total bid amount as guarantee that the Bidder, if awarded the Contract, will provide, as set forth in the Bid Documents, a Performance and Payment bond satisfactory to Miami-Dade County, Library Department, equal to one hundred (100%) percent of the total Contract award amount. Bidders may not withdraw their bids for a period of one-hundred and eighty (180) calendar days after the bid opening, after which they may be requested to extend their bids until either a Recommendation for Award or a Notice of Rejection of Bids has been filed with the Clerk of the Board, Miami-Dade County. Failure to hold prices shall be cause to render the bid non-responsive and risk forfeiture of the bid bond as liquidated damages. REQUEST FOR CLARIFICATION/INFORMATION: All Requests for Information (RFI) must be submitted electronically, in word format, by July 9, 2025 to Cga@mdpls.org and a copy filed with the Clerk of the Board at clerkbcc@miamidade. gov. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Verbal statements made by the County or the Owner's Representative that are not contained in an RPQ or addendum to the RPQ are not binding on the County and should not form any basis for a bidder's response to an RPQ. CONE OF SILENCE: Pursuant to Section 2-11.1(t) of the County Code and Administrative Order 3-27 ("Cone of Silence Provisions"), as amended, a "Cone of Silence" is imposed upon RFPs, RFQs, or bids after advertisement and is lifted at the time the project has been Recommended for Award. Written communications may be submitted via e-mail to Malka Rodriguez at Cga@mdpls.org copy the Clerk of the Board at CLERKBCC@miamidade.gov. The County shall respond in writing and file a copy with the Clerk of the Board, which shall be made available to any person upon request. Value represents entire project.