Low Pressure Sewer System Installations and Repairs (WORCS-2)

Hillsborough County is soliciting competitive sealed bids under solicitation IFB-26-00346 for the Low Pressure Sewer System Installations and Repairs (WORCS-2) project. The contract, estimated at 4,410,000.00 dollars, requires a qualified contractor to provide all labor and materials for the installation of Low Pressure Sewer System tanks, electrical connections, tie-in of service lines to wastewater force mains, and general repairs to system sites. The award will be granted to the responsive and responsible offeror providing the lowest total bid price based on estimated quantities. A Small Business Enterprise participation goal of 5 percent has been established for subcontractors. The project is governed by Public Works and Public Utilities Specifications, with a requirement for the contractor to utilize independent laboratories for testing in accordance with ASTM standards. Financial security requirements include an earnest money deposit of at least 5 percent of the bid proposal, and the successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds totaling 100 percent of the contract amount. All bids must be submitted electronically via Euna Procurement by November 17, 2026. Payments are processed via ACH through the Hillsborough County Clerk of the Circuit Court within 14 days of invoice receipt. Contractors must also comply with E-Verify for employment eligibility and maintain insurance from Florida-authorized companies with A.M. Best ratings of A-, Class 7 or better.