New Graduate Residence - Homestead, FL

The University of Florida's Procurement Services has awarded a contract to D. Torr General Contractors, Inc. for the construction of a new graduate residence in Homestead, FL. The project includes the construction of a single-story, 3,052 GSF facility with eight bedrooms and four bathrooms. The contract award amount is $1,540,578.78, which includes the base bid and additive alternates 1, 2, and 3. The contract is expected to start on October 23, 2023, but the end date is not specified. The University of Florida assumes no liability for expenses incurred by suppliers prior to the effective date of the contract. • The project consists of the construction of graduate student housing inclusive of all required sitework. • The building will provide much-needed housing for graduate students involved with the Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC). • The contract was awarded through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) process, and D. Torr General Contractors, Inc. was deemed the successful bidder. • The University of Florida's Procurement Services is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the sourcing and procurement of goods and services for the University of Florida.