Waterville Road Drainage Improvements

The Waterville Road Drainage Improvements project involves comprehensive drainage and roadway upgrades aimed at mitigating localized flooding and surface runoff issues. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to regrade shoulders for proper drainage, install a concrete swale with riprap and turndown features, replace full-depth pavement sections, and restore disturbed areas with sod. Additional scope includes mobilization, site preparation, dewatering, erosion control, utility coordination, and maintaining traffic flow during construction. The project is overseen by the City of Jacksonville, Florida, with an estimated contract value ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000, and is scheduled for bid opening on December 4, 2025, following a pre-bid conference on November 21, 2025. Bids are evaluated solely on price, with the award made on an all-or-none basis to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, emphasizing strict adherence to bid specifications and standards. The procurement process is governed by detailed contractual clauses referencing City and Florida Department of Transportation standards, with incorporated regulations covering licensing, responsible workforce employment, anti-collusion, and compliance with local socioeconomic programs such as the Jacksonville Small and Emerging Business (JSEB) initiative. The contract emphasizes strict bonding requirements, audit and inspection rights, and provisions for dispute resolution through the Office of the Ombudsman. Delivery and performance are to be at the project site in Jacksonville, with all shipments requiring detailed packing lists and samples clearly marked. Payment terms are net thirty days, with electronic invoicing through the City’s procurement portal. The contract also includes special clauses on assignment restrictions, termination rights, and the requirement for the contractor to certify compliance with immigration laws and non-collusion, ensuring accountability and transparency throughout project execution.