Edison Plaza Elderly-Full Generator-Windows-Doors-Replacement

This project is for the exterior improvements and a new full capacity generator for an estimated 80 dwelling units for Edison Plaza Elderly (FL5-056) located at 200 NW 55th St, Miami FL. The scope of work includes the replacement of all exterior windows and doors replacement and a new full capacity generator to service the entire building as well as exterior site light, etc. The work of this contract comprises general repairs and rehabilitation at Edison Plaza Elderly Housing complex at the above referenced address, including but not limited to: 1- Selected demolition and removals. 2- Cutting and Patching of existing improvements to accommodate work under this contract. 3- Replacement of stand-by emergency full capacity electrical generator and related electrical installations. 4- New CBS Structure to house new generator. 5- Replacement of exterior doors, windows, and store fronts assemblies. 6- Light fixtures replacement at parking areas and selective site areas. 7- Incidental work as indicated in the contract documents and as necessary to perform the work under The Contractor shall be responsible for all job tasks associated with the successful work of the stated scope of work, as required and approved by an authorized HCD representative. Tasks, clean-up, and removal of all items not specifically mentioned in the scope, but which are obviously required for an operable/functional system shall be included without additional cost to HCD. The Contractor shall arrange for his/her own storage facility (if needed). The Contractor shall leave the site free and clear of all debris. The Contractor is responsible for providing all materials, labor, equipment, and permits/inspection fees (when necessary) for the total completion of this work. All work shall be performed in the best standards of workmanship and shall be in accordance with Florida Building Code, all national, state, county, and municipal codes, rules, guidelines, regulations, and departments having jurisdiction. Whenever approximate construction budgets and/or cost estimates or the like are included within the Contract Documents or noted elsewhere, it shall be understood that these are for Owners use for determining preliminary funding and are not to be relied upon by bidders in determining their bid. Bidders shall not rely on any information concerning estimates, budgets, applications, and/or the like from HCD, it’s consultant s or any other their parties, and shall make their own independent evaluation and perform detailed quantity take-offs, etc. to determine that the cost of the work submitted with its bid is in full compliance with the Contract Documents. Section 3: This is a Section 3 covered activity. Section 3 requires that job training and employment opportunities be directed to low- and very low-income persons and contracting opportunities be directed to businesses that are owned by, or that substantially employ, low- or very low- i n c om e persons. FAILURE TO PROVIDE SECTION 3 DOCUMENTS ON OR BEFORE HCD REQUESTED DUE DATES MAY RENDER BID NON-RESPONSIVE. Cone of Silence: Miami-Dade County's "Cone of Silence", Ordinance 98-106 (Section 2-11.1(t) of the Code) approved by the Board of County Commissioners as of July 21, 1998, and amended Jan. 29, 2002, is adopted herein. This ordinance specifically prohibits communication regarding this bid solicitation with County staff except by written means with copy filed with the Clerk of the Board. Certain exceptions are made such as oral communications during pre-bid conferences and communications with those persons defined in the ordinance regarding matters of process or procedure already contained in the solicitation document. HCD staff and bidders may communicate orally while a bid is in progress and prior to award of bid to clarify Section 3 definitions, requirements and business preference procedures, pursuant the Miami-Dade Commission on Ethics ruling on March 10, 2004. Under MCC 7360 PLAN, the “Cone of Silence” takes effect upon advertisement for bids and terminates when recommendation for Award is made by Public Housing and Community Development. The ordinance is attached in Section 00999-3. (Note that Section 3 coordinator is not in Cone of Silence). Bid Guarantee: Bid Guarantee shall accompany each bid in excess of $25,000 in the amount of 5% of Base Bid, in accordance with Instructions to Bidders. The bid guarantee may be a certified check, bank draft, U.S. Government Bonds at par value, or a bid bond secured by a surety company acceptable to U.S. Government and authorized to do business in the state where the work is to be performed. Performance and Payment Bond: A 100% Performance and Payment Bond is required if: the total Bid, including contingency (10% of Base Bid) and HCD allowances (if applicable) exceeds $100,000.00. Contractor must refer to the Request for Price Quotation (RPQ) and associated project documents for the detail Scope of Work.