The contract is for the modernization of six escalators in the Orange County Courthouse. The contract amount is $3,901,273.92, and the work shall be completed within 570 consecutive calendar days for substantial completion and 600 consecutive calendar days for final completion. The contractor, TK Elevator Corporation, shall provide written notification to the County’s Project Manager when 90% of the total contract amount has been reached. The contractor shall not proceed beyond 100% of the total contract amount unless duly authorized by a written change order. Some key points to note include:
• The contract includes a provision for compliance with M/WBE subcontracting requirements, with a goal of 1% participation.
• The contract includes a provision for anti-human trafficking, which requires the contractor to attest that they do not use coercion for labor or services.
• The contract includes a provision for contract execution, which requires the contractor to bind themselves to the contract and comply with all covenants, agreements, and obligations contained in the contract documents.
Some benefits of this contract to our client include:
• The opportunity to work on a high-profile project in the Orange County Courthouse.
• The potential for future contracts with Orange County, Florida, given the county's commitment to working with reputable contractors.
• The chance to demonstrate compliance with M/WBE subcontracting requirements and anti-human trafficking provisions, which can enhance the contractor's reputation and increase their competitiveness in future bids.