Cocoplum Stormwater Improvement Phase 2 Project

The Cocoplum Stormwater Improvement Phase 2 Project is a solicitation by the City of Coral Gables, Florida, to engage a qualified firm for comprehensive stormwater system upgrades. The scope of work includes the demolition of existing infrastructure and the installation of a French Drain system of various sizes, manholes, and catch basins along Los Pinos Boulevard, Los Pinos Court, Monaco Street, Vistalmar Street, and Robles Street. The selected contractor is responsible for all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to connect these improvements to the existing stormwater system and outfall, maintain traffic during construction, and restore all affected areas to preconstruction conditions. To be eligible, bidders must be pre-qualified under contract RTQ 2017.02.MS for General and Specialty Trade Contractor Services. The award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, with evaluation factors including technical capacity, past performance, financial resources, and compliance with laws. Bidders are required to submit their proposals electronically via the INFOR Supplier Services portal and must provide a 5% bid bond, a notarized Bidder's Affidavit, and an Employer E-Verify Affidavit. Contractual requirements include strict adherence to the Florida Building Code, OSHA standards, and the Florida Trench Safety Act. Special provisions mandate Level 2 fingerprint-based background screenings for all personnel and proof of OSHA compliance for confined space entry prior to the first payment. The contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including General Liability and Workers' Compensation, and name the City of Coral Gables as an additional insured. All materials must comply with Buy American preferences, and any substitutions require approval within ten days of contract execution.