Basin 11 Pump Station Force Main Project

The City of Homestead is procuring services for the Basin 11 Pump Station Force Main Project, a critical infrastructure initiative aimed at upgrading approximately 6,700 linear feet of wastewater discharge force main to improve system reliability, capacity, and long-term performance. The project will be executed in phases, with this initial phase focusing exclusively on the force main installation using both open-cut and horizontal directional drilling methods within densely populated urban areas and active public rights-of-way. Construction must be carefully sequenced to minimize disruptions to traffic, businesses, and residents while adhering to stringent trench safety, groundwater management, and roadway restoration requirements. The contracting scope mandates full compliance with Florida Building Code, OSHA standards, and multiple ASTM specifications for materials, fabrication, marking, and testing, with all work subject to inspection and acceptance at the project site. The contractor is responsible for delivering a fully operational, tested system and restoring all disturbed areas to at least pre-construction condition, including asphalt overlay, utility coordination, and documentation of as-built conditions. The solicitation, numbered 202624 and posted on May 15, 2026, with a bid submission deadline of June 18, 2026, is open to local and general contractors through the City’s e-Procurement portal, with hard copy bid bonds required by mail. Proposals must include comprehensive submittals such as progress and construction schedules, shop drawings, payment item lists, warranties, product samples, and progress estimates, all submitted in specified quantities. The City employs a best value trade-off award method, considering responsiveness, responsibility, price, local business preference (15% adjustment), past performance, and strict compliance with technical and administrative requirements. Bidders must hold active Florida contractor licenses, be registered in SAM.gov with a valid UEI, and submit numerous certifications including E-Verify compliance, drug-free workplace policies, and affidavits verifying absence from scrutinized entities. The estimated contract value ranges from $2,347,298 to $2,769,811, inclusive of bonding, permitting, and contingency allowances. All materials and equipment must be delivered F.O.B. site, properly packaged, labeled, and preserved per supplier instructions and ASTM standards, with mandatory security measures including on-site guards to prevent theft and vandalism throughout the project.