Lower Spring Branch Stormwater Improvements

The Lower Spring Branch Stormwater Improvements project, solicitation number 14-0048-EN, is a public works initiative by the City of Clearwater, Florida, aimed at flood reduction. The scope of work involves the replacement of bridges on Springtime Avenue and Overbrook Avenue, as well as the installation of a double 12' x 9' reinforced concrete box culvert on Douglas Avenue. The project includes extensive site work such as clearing and grubbing, removal of existing structures, and the installation of sediment and floating turbidity barriers. The contract period is set for 548 consecutive calendar days. The contract adopts the latest Florida Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction and the FDOT Design Manual, though project-specific general and technical specifications take precedence. Bidders must provide current state of Florida and Pinellas County licenses and registrations. The award will be granted to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on qualifications, pricing, and financial ability. Required bid submissions include a bid bond equal to 10 percent of the maximum bid price, a non-collusion affidavit, and certifications regarding E-Verify and business operations with Cuba and Syria. Technical requirements specify strict adherence to NPCA and PCI plant certifications for precast concrete elements, with specific shipping and storage mandates to ensure structural integrity. Environmental compliance is managed through a USACE Nationwide Permit 14, and root pruning must conform to ANSI A300 standards. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for providing fixed project signage and complying with the Florida Trench Safety Act, OSHA provisions, and City of Clearwater Ordinance No. 7918-08.