2024-09 ITB Construction of Section 7 Traffic Calming Improvements

The City of Doral issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB 2024‑09) for the design‑build of traffic‑calming improvements designated as “Section 7.” The work includes constructing speed tables, raised crosswalks, new signage, pavement milling, asphalt paving, concrete sidewalks, utility protection, and related civil‑engineering tasks across multiple locations within the city. The contract will be a fixed‑price, unit‑price construction agreement lasting 180 calendar days from Notice to Proceed, with a $1,665 per‑day liquidated‑damage clause for late completion. Bidders were required to hold a Florida Certified Electrical Contractor license, a Certified Underground Utility & Excavation Contractor license, or an equivalent Miami‑Dade County electrical contractor license, and to provide a 5 % bid bond and 100 % performance & payment bonds. After evaluating the bids, the City recommended awarding the contract to Florida Sol Systems, pending City Council approval. • Scope: Traffic‑calming features (speed tables, raised crosswalks, signage, pavement work, utility protections). • Procurement method: Competitive ITB with electronic submission via DemandStar/Vendor Registry; deadline July 30 2024. • Award: Sole recommendation to Florida Sol Systems; contract value estimated around $750‑$800 k. • Requirements: Specific Florida contractor licenses, bonding, insurance minimums, and compliance with safety, environmental, and “Cone of Silence” rules.