Conner Lab Corridor Structural Improvement - FDACS Project No. 1116

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is soliciting bids for the Conner Lab Corridor Structural Improvement project, designated as Project No. 1116, located in Tallahassee, Florida. This construction project involves structural repairs and improvements within the Connor Complex Laboratory Corridor, specifically focusing on the removal and phased replacement of all corridor flooring to maintain handicap access to laboratories, as well as the replacement of ceiling tiles damaged during construction. The estimated budget for the project is 843,485 dollars. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total price for the base bid or the base bid combined with selected additive alternates, which include the replacement of 61 insulated glazing storefront units and concrete sealant repairs for exterior porch benches and rails. The procurement is conducted under Chapter 255 of the Florida Statutes and Rule Chapter 60D-5 of the Florida Administrative Code. Bidders must submit sealed bids by October 21, 2026, including a bid bond guarantee of five percent for bids exceeding 100,000 dollars. The successful contractor will be required to provide 100 percent performance and labor bonds, a one-year written warranty upon substantial completion, and must ensure all personnel undergo criminal history background reports. All work must adhere to Florida building codes and standards from organizations such as ANSI, NFPA, and UL. Payment processing requires registration in the MyFloridaMarketplace system and the electronic submission of a Substitute W-9 form.