Lift Station 2 Replacement

The City of Orlando has issued Invitation for Bid IFB26-0036 for the Lift Station No. 2 Replacement project, with proposals due electronically via the OpenGov portal by January 29, 2026, at 2:00 pm local time. This fixed-price solicitation invites qualified contractors to submit bids for the full scope of work involving the demolition and replacement of Lift Station No. 2, located in Orlando, Florida. The project requires adherence to detailed contract drawings spanning civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines, as outlined in the October 2025 bid set. Bidders must carefully review all specifications, drawings, and instructions, as incomplete or late submissions are at the bidder's risk, with no liability assumed by the City for electronic submission failures. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference and teleconference are scheduled for December 18, 2025, to provide potential bidders an opportunity to clarify project requirements. The contract emphasizes compliance with municipal safety, wage, and labor standards, including a mandatory living wage of $15.00 per hour and adherence to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements, with certified payrolls required for payment. Contractors must comply with bonding and insurance mandates, submit detailed safety plans, shop drawings, certified payroll, and quality control documentation. The contract incorporates alternates—such as the option for precast concrete manholes with predlinings—that may be elected by the owner without additional cost. The evaluation process follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, considering bidder responsibility, qualifications, financial capability, past performance, subcontractor arrangements, and schedule compliance but assigns no specific numerical weights or ratings. Deliverables include not only installed and operational lift station equipment but also comprehensive O&M manuals, certified test reports, and documentation demonstrating compliance with applicable state and local codes, as well as standards such as NSF, ASTM, Hydraulic Institute, and ANSI. Contract performance involves installation, startup, and a 14-day continuous testing period to verify operational reliability before final acceptance. Inspection and acceptance occur onsite under oversight by the City and the Engineer, though the contractor retains full responsibility for quality control and compliance with specifications. Packaging and marking standards require protective packing with clear labeling of all shipped materials in accordance with industry and safety codes; special handling instructions and environmental storage conditions must be met to prevent damage. Submittals must be provided in electronic and hardcopy formats, following prescribed organization and formatting, with two full sets required. The contract documents include no specific federal acquisition regulations but follow locally