Ontario County Jail Intake & Nurses' Station Project

The Ontario County is soliciting sealed bids for the Jail Intake and Nurses Station Project at the Ontario County Jail, with the bid due date set for December 2, 2025, at 3:00 pm. Interested bidders are encouraged to attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, at the jail site, which will be the only opportunity to view the site in person. Bids must be submitted in hard copy form only, with no electronic submissions permitted, and must include a 5% bid bond. The project involves construction and renovation work under the NAICS code 236220, with the contract expected to be completed upon project completion. The procurement is managed by the Ontario County Industrial Development Agency, with bid documents, drawings, and specifications available through the County’s e-Procurement Portal or via refundable deposit. The bidding process emphasizes strict procedural compliance, including submission of official bid forms, drawings, and specifications obtained directly from the County, and adherence to New York State GML Article 8 regulations. The County reserves the right to reject any or all bids. The project scope involves physical modifications to existing jail facilities, with performance to be measured by adherence to the provided specifications and drawings. The contract does not specify evaluation criteria, weights, or technical evaluation factors, implying a straightforward award based on the lowest responsive bid that meets all requirements. The procurement process underscores transparency and procedural integrity, with clear instructions on bid submission, site access, and document access, ensuring all interested parties have equal opportunity to participate in this public works project.