The County of Orange, Florida is seeking qualified contractors to design, construct, and commission a reclaimed‑water storage and repump facility on Avalon Road. The project is budgeted at $19.5 million and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov platform by November 17, 2026. A pre‑bid conference (non‑mandatory) will be held on October 23, 2026 via Microsoft Teams. Respondents must provide required bonds, insurance, and comply with a 25 % Small Business Enterprise subcontracting goal. The contract will include mobilization, construction, permitting, and close‑out documentation.
• Scope: civil‑engineering design, earthwork, structural concrete, mechanical pumps, electrical, and associated site utilities.
• Estimated contract value: $19.5 M (bid amount).
• Mandatory requirements: electronic submission, bid bond ≥10 % of estimated amount, SBE participation, trade‑secret compliance, anti‑human‑trafficking affidavit.
• Key dates: Release Oct 16 2026, Pre‑bid Oct 23 2026, Questions Nov 2 2026, Good‑Faith Effort Nov 7 2026, Bid Nov 17 2026.
• Evaluation: lowest responsive and responsible bid; award to be made by the Board of County Commissioners.