Site work and new construction of a multi-residential development in Tavares, Florida. Completed plans call for the construction of a multi-residential development.

Question Deadline 02/27/2026 Direct all inquiries to the Contracting Officer (official point of contact) listed: Bill Ponko, CPPO, CPPB, Senior Contracting Officer Telephone: 352-343-9839 E-mail: Bill.Ponko@LakeCountyFL.gov 2. SCOPE OF WORK: 2.1. Contractor is responsible for locating/identifying all utilities before starting construction; refer to Utilities section below for additional requirements. Contractor must take every precaution to avoid damage to any underground utilities. Contractor will be responsible for any damage caused to the existing utilities. In the event that Contractor or any of its subcontractors damage an existing utility, the Contractor will be responsible for the repair and must repair the same at its own cost. 2.2. All existing utilities (water/sewer, electrical, telephone, cable, etc.) service connections, interruptions, or relocations shall be coordinated by Contractor in advance with field representatives of each respective utility. 2.3. No tree burning allowed. Contractor will be responsible for removing and disposing of existing trees in a legal and proper manner as necessary for the construction of the proposed improvements. 2.4. Contractor shall be responsible for providing all necessary clean fill material, grading, and compaction to level site area before construction of proposed improvements. 2.5. The Contractor will be responsible for planning and providing perimeter site fencing and signage to ensure the safety and security of the site from the public. 2.6. Contractor is responsible for the installation of silt fencing for entire perimeter of working area prior to starting any construction activity and stabilized construction access. Contractor shall be responsible for installing inlet protection as required and maintaining all erosion and sediment control BMPs for the duration of the project. 2.7. Contractor must provide compaction test results demonstrating that subgrade has been compacted to 98% AASHTO T-180 prior to pouring concrete and construction of asphalt driveway and parking. 2.8. Contractor must obtain Lake County Facilities Management staff inspection approval prior to pouring concrete. Contractors shall submit the Concrete Pad, Sidewalk & Ribbon Curb PrePour Inspection/Approval Form, included as part of the bid documents, to the Office of Parks and Water Resources, Facilities Management for approval a minimum two (2) days before pouring concrete. This inspection is in addition to inspection by the Building Inspector. 2.9. All concrete sidewalks shall be a minimum of 6" thick (not 5 1/2 " or 5 3/4 "). Wire mesh shall be mounted on chairs. 2.10.Contractor is responsible for debris/trash management and must provide a dumpster or remove all construction debris/discarded materials/trash daily. No discarded construction material shall be dumped or remain on site unless contained within a dumpster provided by the Contractor. Dumpsters shall be maintained to prevent overflow of debris. 2.11.Contractor responsible for re-grading and re-sodding all areas impacted by construction of the proposed improvements. Contractor shall provide all sod required. No grass seeding allowed. 2.12.Lake County Parks and Water Resources, Facilities Management will be providing the Building Permit (Plan Review Only) for the proposed improvements, however, the Office of Building Services has indicated Contractor will be required to complete a Building Permit Application prior to issuance of this Permit. In addition, the Contractor and any subcontractors must be added to the building permit and pay all related permit and inspection cost/fees for the required work included under this solicitation. Refer to Permit Requirements section below for additional requirements. 2.13.Contractor will be required to provide a timeline/work schedule and a detailed cost breakdown (schedule of values) at the preconstruction meeting for review which shall be the base for all payment applications. 2.14.Contractor shall provide 100% turn-key construction of eighteen (18) single-bedroom residential dwelling units and three (3) two-bedroom, ADA compliant residential dwelling units, including all engineering, permitting, and other requirements for the project, which shall meet the minimum requirements specified herein. 2.15.Dwelling Units Minimum Requirements: 2.15.1. Units provided shall fit within the building envelopes provided in the site plans and should have the following minimum square footage: 2.15.1.1.Single-bedroom (1 bedroom/1 bath) - 600 sq-ft 2.15.1.2.Two-bedroom (2 bedroom /1 bath) (ADA compliant) - 700 sq-ft 2.15.2. Bedrooms shall include a closet, ceiling fan, and smoke & carbon monoxide detector. 2.15.3. Bathrooms shall include at minimum a toilet, bathroom vanity with sink, mirror, shower, towel rack, toilet-paper holder, and exhaust fan vented to the exterior. Shower walls and floor shall be provided with Porcelain Tile, color to be selected by Lake County staff. 2.15.4. Kitchen shall include a kitchen sink with garbage disposal, kitchen hood with vent to the exterior, range 240-volt electrical connection, range, water valve connection for refrigerator, refrigerator with external water/ice dispenser, dishwasher, and kitchen cabinets with solid surface countertop (color/finish to be selected by Lake County staff). 2.15.5. Living Room with ceiling fan. Cable TV and internet connections shall be provided. 2.15.6. Laundry Room with washer/dryer combo, including washing machine outlet box with hot/cold water/hammer arrestors and drain connections, 120-volt and 240-volt electrical connections. 2.15.7. Flooring: All areas shall be provided with waterproof laminate flooring except for the bathroom which shall be provided with Porcelain Tile. Color to be selected by Lake County staff. Waterproof laminate flooring shall be installed over moisture barrier underlayment. 2.15.8. Lighting system is required for all interior areas and exterior front area of the dwelling units. All interior and exterior lighting fixtures shall be LED. 2.15.9. Water heater. 2.15.10. Electrical systems include all necessary electrical components but not limited to electrical meter and panel, main and circuit breakers, electrical outlets, light switches, conduits and wiring. 2.15.11.Central heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems(HVAC) system with digital programable thermostat. 2.15.12.Ceiling height minimum is eight (8) feet. 2.15.13.NFPA 13D compliant residential fire sprinkler system. 2.15.14.Roofing: Contractor to furnish and install all roofing materials including accessories and incidental work required to provide a complete and watertight roofing system. Roofing must be installed in strict accordance with the manufacturer's specification and all applicable Standards. Roofing shall be certified to be manufactured and installed for compliance with the Florida Building Code. Roof Color: Sierra Tan (Standard Color). Vapor Barrier: Peel and stick self-sealing and self-adhering membrane minimum 40 mil thick. Warranty: Contractor shall provide a manufacturer's written full non-prorated warranty, covering roofing, flashing and trim, all of which shall be products of the roofing manufacturer. The warranty coverage shall include all flashings, penetrations, underlayment,field applied gutter material, and edge details as part of the weathertightness warranty. Contractor shall also provide a workmanship guarantee, on the roofing installation and components. 2.15.15.Modular Building Manufacturer: Exterior and interior walls including roof framing may be all steel framing by a Certified Modular Manufacturer. 2.15.16.Dwelling including unit design/construction shall be in compliance with the Florida Building Code latest edition and all applicable local and Federal codes. Contractor shall provide and submit engineering drawings per above dwelling unit requirements for review/approval to the Office of Parks and Water Resources, Facilities Management before proceeding to apply for building permits. Dwelling unit drawings must be signed/sealed by a professional engineer. 2.16.Construction includes but is not limited to; permitting, site preparation; clearing and grubbing; demolition and removal of the existing asphalt driveway aprons, removal of existing chain-link fence and PVC fence (east and south side of property only), grading; construction of temporary gravel construction entrance; construction of stormwater system, including installation of concrete storm drain piping and mitered end sections (MES), inlets, flared end sections (FES), swales, yard drains, weir and retention ponds; construction of asphalt driveway and parking; installation of signs; construction of concrete curbs; installation of ADA detectable warning mats; pavement markings (thermoplastic), construction of dumpster enclosure, bus shelter, mail kiosk, bike racks, installation of vinyl fence, and installation of silt fencing. 2.17.Contractor shall be responsible for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit compliance, including preparation of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), site inspection and documentation, and installation and maintenance of appropriate Best Management Practices (BMPs), including silt fence, inlet protection, etc. 2.18.Water Service: Consisting in the connection to the existing watermain, master meter with backflow preventer device, fire hydrants, water main and water service lines, gate valves, including all necessary components to provide water service to the proposed dwelling units under this bid. 2.19.Sewer: Installation of offsite force main and connection to existing City of Tavares offsite lift station, construction of a lift station including fencing/gate and connection to the proposed sanitary sewer system, installation of sanitary manholes, sanitary sewer lines, cleanouts, including all necessary components to provide sanitary sewer service to the proposed dwelling units under this bid. Installation of force main crossing County Road 561 by directional boring only. 2.20. Electrical Service: Contractor to furnish and install a turn-key electrical system including but not limited to installation of transformer pads, distribution panels, installation of electrical conduits, conductors and electrical panels including all necessary electrical components to provide power service to proposed dwelling units, lift station, and site lighting. 2.21.SECO Energy: Removal of existing lighting poles. Contractor responsible for coordinating all work with SECO Energy. 2.22.Final Payment: A Certificate of Occupancy/Completion issued by the Office Building Services, (352) 343-9653, must be provided on or before submittal of the final payment application.