Tree Replacement and Tree Grate Installation Project

The City of Coral Gables is soliciting bids for the Tree Replacement and Tree Grate Installation Project at Giralda Plaza under solicitation number 2023-035. The scope of work requires the replacement of four Brideveil trees and the installation of four 72-inch round Ironsmith Del Sol cast iron tree grates. The project involves the removal of existing pavers, construction of concrete curbs for grate support, resetting of pavers, and the implementation of irrigation plans. All plant materials must meet Florida No. 1 grade standards, and the contractor is responsible for providing all labor, tools, and equipment necessary to complete the work in accordance with the Florida Building Code and city regulations. This solicitation is restricted to pre-qualified contractors under contract RTQ 2017.02. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Infor portal, with a final response deadline of February 8, 2024. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on price, technical capacity, and past performance. Key requirements include a 90-day period for substantial completion, a 90-day plant guarantee period, and mandatory compliance with E-Verify and the city's Cone of Silence ordinance. Required submission documents include a Bidder's Affidavit, a Lobbyist Registration Form, and a Reference Form detailing five previous projects from the last three years.