Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Services for the One Water - South Wastewater Conveyance and Treatment Project

Hillsborough County is soliciting proposals for Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services for the One Water – South Wastewater Conveyance and Treatment Project, which includes the construction of a new advanced wastewater treatment facility, a wastewater super lift station, large-diameter force mains, and reclaimed water mains, with an estimated contract value of $14 million. This is a Request for Professional Services under NAICS code 237110, issued through the Euna Procurement system with proposals due by June 19, 2026. The project employs a Progressive Design-Build delivery method, and the selected firm will serve as an extension of County staff, working collaboratively with the Owner’s Advisor team to provide general construction administration and observation services. The contract requires compliance with Florida statutes and federal regulations, including adherence to Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Acts, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Florida’s Public Records laws. The Professional must hold a current and active Florida engineering license, and all employees must be legally authorized to work in the U.S., with mandatory use of E-Verify for new hires. A signed affidavit affirming no affiliation with the People’s Republic of China or the Russian Federation is required, and firms linked to boycotts of Israel or activities in Sudan may be terminated. The County may reduce payments for incomplete or nonconforming deliverables, and full payment is contingent upon submission of complete documentation. Compensation for professional engineering services will be based on a lump sum structure, while construction-related services will be on a time and expense basis, with billing rates tied to audited multipliers broken down by direct salary, overhead, and profit. Reimbursable expenses include permit fees, specialized equipment, and subcontracted services such as borings, surveys, and testing, but expenses like parking, express shipping, and inspection consumables are not reimbursable. Invoices must be submitted monthly, itemized by task and deliverable, and supported by labor tabulations or percent complete calculations, and will be processed via direct deposit using the CTX/ACH system. Contractors must submit SF330 forms, a Truth in Negotiation Certificate, a Certificate of Insurance with A.M. Best A- or better ratings, and an Affidavit of Compliance regarding foreign countries of concern. SBE utilization is a key evaluation factor, and firms seeking bonus points must submit a completed SBE-2 form and letters of intent with proof of SBE certification; post-award, monthly S