North 3 Utilities Extension Project (UEP) Contract 5 - Area 910

The North 3 Utilities Extension Project (UEP) Contract 5 - Area 910 is a public works construction solicitation issued by the City of Cape Coral, Florida, under solicitation number 2026-ITB-CP-051-JM. The project involves the installation of comprehensive utility infrastructure, including potable and irrigation water transmission mains, gravity and force sewer mains, sewer lift stations, and storm drain replacements. Additional scope includes road reconstruction, landscaping, roundabouts, bridge modifications, canal crossings, and the construction of stormwater ponds. The contract is awarded to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid, with evaluations focusing on the bidder's resources, past performance, and the mathematical balance of the unit price bids. Performance is measured by three key milestones following the Notice to Proceed: substantial completion of utility work within 540 calendar days, final completion of utility work within 660 calendar days, and final completion of all work, including asphalt, within 720 calendar days. The project mandates strict adherence to federal and state regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act, the Build America Buy America Act, and ADA compliance. Bidders must provide a bid bond equal to 5% of the base bid and maintain active registration with SAM.gov for federal funding compliance. Payment is administered via direct deposit (ACH) based on a Schedule of Values, contingent upon annual appropriation by the City Council.