Utility Extensions to Winter Haven Administration Facility

The City of Winter Haven is seeking bids from licensed general contractors to undertake a significant utility infrastructure project at the Winter Haven Administration Facility in Florida. The scope of work involves installing approximately 3,900 linear feet of 12-inch PVC potable water main along the west side of Buckeye Loop Road, extending from Buckeye Trace Boulevard to Buckeye Road N.E., as well as laying about 4,150 linear feet of 2-inch fiber optic conduit for future telecommunications infrastructure. Additionally, the project includes the installation of roughly 2,900 linear feet of 2-inch poly force main from New Castle Court on the east side of Buckeye Loop Road to the utility administration site. The project aims to improve water distribution and enhance communication capabilities at the facility, with construction methods including open cut and horizontal directional drilling to minimize surface disruption. The solicitation, identified as ITB-13214 and posted on June 25, 2025, has a response deadline of August 5, 2025. It is classified under NAICS code 236220, indicating a construction contract for commercial and institutional building construction. The estimated contract value ranges from $500,000 to $1,500,000. The bid package includes detailed requirements for various components such as site work, sanitary sewer force mains, potable water systems, and underground fiber optic conduits, with provisions for alternate bids involving larger diameter water mains. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Steve Rheiner, reachable via email or phone. The project documentation emphasizes comprehensive bid submission guidelines, including itemized descriptions, quantities, and pricing, to facilitate competitive proposals from qualified contractors.