ITB# 202616-Police Athletic League (PAL) Restroom Renovations

This solicitation, ITB# 202616, issued by the City of Homestead Police Department, concerns renovations to the Police Athletic League (PAL) Gym restrooms located at 600 SW 14th Avenue, Homestead, Florida. The project scope involves modernizing the facility by upgrading flooring with durable epoxy coatings, refinishing walls, and completing restroom improvements to ensure compliance with ADA accessibility standards. The contractor is tasked with delivering high-quality workmanship while coordinating construction activities within a busy community environment, addressing safety, accessibility, and code compliance. The project requires all materials to be new, conforming to applicable ASTM, OSHA, ADA, and local plumbing codes, with inspection and final acceptance conducted onsite by designated representatives. The procurement process emphasizes a best-value award approach, factoring bid responsiveness, contractor responsibility and competency, past performance, financial stability, and compliance with certifications such as E-Verify and drug-free workplace requirements. A local preference of up to 15% price advantage is afforded to businesses physically operating within Homestead for over one year. While unit prices are not provided in the solicitation documents, bidders must submit fully conforming price proposals, adhering strictly to submission protocols exclusively via the City’s e-Procurement Portal before the May 12, 2026 deadline. Contractual clauses cover insurance, environmental compliance, no substitution without prior approval, and warranty guarantees from manufacturers and subcontractors. Payment and contract administration details assign oversight to a Field Representative serving in a COR/COTR capacity, with completion contingent upon punch list resolution and submission of required documentation. The solicitation includes numerous standard and state-required certifications and affidavits, with strict disqualification consequences for noncompliance or false statements. Packaging and delivery are standard commercial, FOB destination, with freight prepaid. Overall, this project aims to revitalize a valued community resource with durable improvements while ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering local participation.