BL097-26, Bethesda Park Aquatic Center Wall Tile and Floor Tile Replacement

June 10, 2026
NOTICE OF BID
BL097-26
Bethesda Park Aquatic Center Wall Tile and Floor Tile Replacement
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is soliciting competitive sealed bids from qualified
contractors for Bethesda Park Aquatic Center Wall Tile and Floor Tile Replacement for the Gwinnett
County Department of Parks and Recreation.
Bid submittal date and location
Bids should be typed or submitted in ink and returned in a sealed container marked on the outside
with the BL# and Company Name. Bids will be received until 2:50 P.M. local time on July 9, 2026
at the Gwinnett County Purchasing Division, 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046. Any
bid received after this date and time will not be accepted. The bid opening will be held VIRTUALLY
ONLY. To access the bid opening, use the following link
(https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/229678536420349?p=R4uVQBHHC46DfrQDbr) and use
Meeting ID 229 678 536 420 349 and Passcode Py2wM22N. Bids will be publicly opened and read
at 3:00 P.M. Apparent bid results will be available the following business day on our website
www.gwinnettcounty.com.
Pre-Bid Conference
A pre-bid conference is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on June 16, 2026 at the Gwinnett County
Bethesda Park Aquatic Center, located at 225 Bethesda Church Rd., Lawrenceville, GA 30044. All
contractors are urged to attend.
Project Description
The successful contractor shall furnish all labor and materials required to remove and
replace tile floors and walls in the locker rooms and restrooms at Bethesda Park Aquatic
Center.
Instructions on Submitting Questions
Questions regarding bids should be directed to Jake Scarpone, Purchasing Associate II, at
jake.scarpone@gwinnettcounty.com or by calling 770-822-8722, no later than 3:00 P.M. on June
22, 2026. Bids are legal and binding upon the bidder when submitted.
Bonding and Insurance
All contractors must submit with bid, a bid bond, certified check or cashier's check in the amount
of five percent (5%) of the total bid. Failure to submit a bid bond with the proper rating will result
in the bid being deemed non-responsive. Successful contractor will be required to meet insurance
requirements, submit a one hundred percent (100%) performance bond and a one hundred percent
(100%) payment bond. Insurance and Bonding Company should be licensed to do business by the
Georgia Secretary of State, authorized to do business in Georgia by The Georgia Insurance
Department, listed in the Department of Treasury's Publication of Companies holding Certificates
of Authority as Acceptable Surety on Federal Bonds and as acceptable reinsuring companies. The
bid bond, payment bond, and performance bond must have an A.M. Best rating of A-7 or higher.
Facility Access
Gwinnett County does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to its
programs or activities. Any requests for reasonable accommodations required by individuals to
fully participate in any open meeting, program or activity of Gwinnett County Government should

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be directed to the ADA Coordinator, Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center, 770-822-
8165.
The written bid documents supersede any verbal or written prior communications between the
parties.
Award will be made to the contractors submitting the lowest responsive and responsible bid. Gwinnett
County reserves the right to reject any or all bids to waive technicalities and to make an award deemed
in its best interest. Bids may be split or awarded in entirety. Gwinnett County reserves the option to
negotiate terms, conditions and pricing with the lowest responsive, responsible bidder(s) at its
discretion.
Award notification will be posted after award on the County website, www.gwinnettcounty.com and
companies submitting a bid will be notified via email.
We look forward to your bid and appreciate your interest in Gwinnett County.
Jake Scarpone, CPPB
Purchasing Associate III

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BETHESDA PARK AQUATIC CENTER WALL TILE AND FLOOR TILE REPLACEMENT
SPECIFICATIONS
Bethesda Park Aquatic Center
225 Bethesda Church Road
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
I. SCOPE OF WORK - BASE BID
Gwinnett County Department of Parks and Recreation is soliciting competitive bids from
qualified contractors for the removal and replacement tile floors and walls at Bethesda Park
Aquatic Center. The successful contractor shall furnish all labor and materials required to
remove and replace tile floors and walls at Bethesda Park Aquatic Center.
II. DESCRIPTION OF WORK
1. Contractor shall provide samples of both floor and wall tiles with a mockup board prior to
beginning work. Tile color and texture must be approved by the County Representative.
2. Contractor shall remove all existing wall tiles.
3. Contractor shall remove all existing floor tiles and mud bed.
4. Contractor shall clean and prepare all surfaces for new tile.
5. Contractor shall install new mud bed and ensure all floors slope towards drains.
6. Contractor shall install new County-approved large format 12" x 24" tile one walls.
7. Contractor shall install new County-approved small format tile 1" x 1" or 2" x 2" on floors.
8. Contractor shall install grout, sealer and thresholds.
III. QUALITY ASSURANCE
1. Contractor must have at least 5 years of commercial flooring experience.
2. All work must meet ANSI A108/A118/A136.1:2024-08 standards.
3. Contractor must test and confirm all floors slope towards drains to ensure there is no
puddling.
IV. STORAGE
1. The successful contractor shall be responsible for storing all materials in accordance with
the manufacturer's specifications.
2. Gwinnett County is not responsible for the storage of materials.
3. All materials should be stored in areas that are not accessible to the public.
V. WORK CONSTRAINTS
1. The affected area will be closed to the public, but the remainder of the facility and park will
be open to the public. The successful contractor shall take proper precautions to block off,
barricade, and cover in-process work areas to protect the floor.
2. Hours of work shall be agreed upon by the successful contractor and the County
representative. Typical work hours are from 7:00 AM until 3:230 PM, Monday through
Friday.
3. Project must be completed between September 14, 2026 and October 16, 2026 while the
facility is closed for other construction.

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VI. MATERIALS
The successful contractor must submit samples of flooring materials to the Gwinnett County
Representative for final approval of color and texture before beginning installation.
1. Thinset shall be of the polymer-modified variety and be approved for use in commercial
bathrooms and showers.
2. Grout shall be of the epoxy grout variety and be approved for use in commercial bathrooms
and showers.
i. Final grout color sample will be required for approval by the County Representative.
We will be looking for a darker color grout.
ii. Grout will require sealers as required by manufacturer specifications.
3. Floor tile shall be ceramic 2" x 2" or 1" x 1" and be rated for use in commercial showers and
bathrooms. It should meet all non-slip standards.
i. Final tile samples will be required for final approval from the County Representative.
4. Will tile shall be ceramic and of the large format style 12" x 24" or County-approved
alternates.
i. Final tile samples will be required for final approval from the County Representative.
VII. PREPARATION
The successful contractor shall exercise care during surface preparation and system
installation to protect surrounding finishes, substrates, and surfaces, as well as in-place
equipment, floor drains, cleanouts, etc.
1. The successful contractor shall cover and secure all HVAC grills, vents, drains, etc. with
heavy-duty plastic sheeting before beginning surface preparation. Contractor shall provide
dust control during surface preparation. All dust and debris from surface preparation work
shall be removed before uncovering and operating HVAC systems.
2. The successful contractor must remove all existing wall tiles then legally dispose of all
materials off site, according to EPA regulations. The existing flooring may be removed by
sanding, chipping, grinding or any other method as long as old wall tile is completely
removed from substrate.
3. The successful contractor must remove existing tile flooring and mud bed. Then legally
dispose of all materials off site, according to EPA regulations. The existing flooring may be
removed by sanding, chipping, grinding or any other method as long as old floor is
completely removed from substrate.
4. The successful contractor shall prepare the substrate. Fully clean and remove any laitance,
dust, debris, oils and any other chemicals that may be present. Contractor may need to
open or roughen the surface in accordance with Flooring System or coating manufacturer's
instructions.
5. The successful contractor must treat cracks, control joints and isolation/expansion joints
in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Where necessary, the installer
shall saw cut existing control joints, clean out joint materials and fill joints with the crack
filler.
6. Contractor shall clean all prepped surfaces and ensure they are dry, and free of grease or
debris.

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7. Contractor must notify the owner's representative when surface preparation is completed
and must obtain approval of surface preparation before proceeding with installation of the
flooring system.
VIII. INSTALLATION
Apply each component of the flooring system and/or coatings in compliance with
manufacturer's written installation instructions and strictly adhere to mixing and installation
methods, re-coat windows, cure times and environmental restrictions.
1. Contractor shall install new mud beds and ensure all floors slope towards drains.
2. Contractor shall install new wall tile:
i. Tile industry standards require minimum mortar coverage of 80% in dry areas and 95%
in wet or exterior areas.
ii. Use finished one edge tile at all edges.
3. Contractor shall install new floor tile:
i. Tile industry standards require minimum mortar coverage of 80% in dry areas and 95%
in wet or exterior areas.
ii. Use finished one edge tile at all edges.
4. Contractor shall ensure there is no pooling of water and all water flows towards drains.
IX. CURING, CLEANING, AND PROTECTION
1. Contractor shall cure the flooring system materials and coatings in compliance with the
manufacturer's directions, taking care to prevent contamination during the stages of the
installation and prior to completion of the curing process. Do not leave the room(s)
unlocked or unattended during the curing process. Do not allow public access on the floors
until curing is complete and approval has been given by the County Representative.
2. Contractor must perform cleaning during installation of the work and upon completion of
the work. Clean the flooring system just prior to final inspection, using only materials and
procedures recommended by the manufacturer.
3. Contractor shall remove from the site all debris and equipment, clean flooring material and
preparation work debris from adjacent surfaces and repair all damage resulting from work
under this contract.
4. Contractor shall inspect the site daily and must not leave the site without correcting any
conditions caused by this work which would be hazardous to the public. Contractor(s) must
provide barricades, warning tape and other means necessary to protect the public from
hazardous conditions while work is in progress.
X. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. References: The selected contractor must have demonstrated successful performance on
projects on projects of a similar size and scope. A minimum of three (3) references shall
be provided on the "References" form included herein. References must clearly
demonstrate the successful completion of similar projects within the past five (5) years.
2. Contractor Qualifications: The selected contractor shall comply with state and local codes
and regulations, Contractor shall have and maintain all appropriate state, local, and federal
licensing.
3. Safety and Damages: The contractor shall adequately protect County property and take
necessary precautions during the work process to protect all persons/property from
damage or loss. Reports of any damage to County property must be submitted by the

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contractor to the designated County representative. Damage to public and/or private
property shall be the sole responsibility of the contractor and shall be repaired and/or
replaced at no additional cost to Gwinnett County.
4. Clean Up: The contractor shall be responsible for proper removal and disposal of all
construction debris and materials according to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
regulations
5. Warranty: The contractor shall warrant all work for a minimum of one (1) year from the date
of completion.
XI. SCOPE OF WORK - ALTERNATE
The successful contractor shall furnish all labor and materials required to remove and reinstall
restroom and locker room fixtures, including lockers, stall partitions, shower equipment, toilets,
urinals and sinks in the locker rooms and restrooms.
1. Contractor shall remove all lockers and stall partitions.
2. Contractor shall remove all shower valves, shower heads, hand dryers, toilets, urinals and
sinks.
3. Contractor shall reinstall all lockers and stall partitions.
4. Contractor shall reinstall all shower valves, shower heads, hand dryers, toilets, urinals, and
sinks.
XII. LOCATION
Bethesda Park Aquatic Center
225 Bethesda Church Rd.
Lawrenceville, GA 30044
1. Men's Locker Room
2. Women's Locker Room
3. Family Restroom 1
4. Family Restroom 2

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FAILURE TO RETURN THIS PAGE AS PART OF YOUR BID DOCUMENT MAY RESULT IN REJECTION.
BID SCHEDULE
BASE BID LUMP SUM
LUMP SUM FEE FOR BETHESDA PARK AQUATIC CENTER WALL TILE AND FLOOR TILE
$
REPLACEMENT, PER ABOVE SPECIFICATIONS
ALTERNATE LUMP SUM
LUMP SUM FEE TO REMOVE AND REINSTALL RESTROOM AND LOCKER ROOM FIXTURES, PER
$
ABOVE SPECIFICATIONS
TOTAL BID PRICE (BASE BID + ALTERNATE) $
NOTE: Pricing MUST contain ALL charges associated with service including installation, materials, and
travel.
State number of days to begin work once the bid has been awarded: ___________________
State number of days to complete work once the project has started: __________________
Company Name _______________________________________________________________________________________

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FAILURE TO RETURN THIS PAGE AS PART OF YOUR BID DOCUMENT MAY RESULT IN
REJECTION.
CONTRACTOR INFORMATION
The undersigned acknowledges receipt of the following addenda, listed by number and
date appearing on each:
Addendum No. Date Addendum No. Date
Certification Of Non-Collusion in Bid Preparation
(Signature) (Date)
The County requires that all who enter into a contract for the physical performance of
services with the County must satisfy O.C.G.A. 13-10-91 and Rule 300-10-1-.02, in all
manner, and such are conditions of the contract.
In compliance with the attached specifications and O.C.G.A. 36-91-50, the undersigned
offers and agrees, if this bid is accepted by the Board of Commissioners within sixty (60)
days of the date of bid opening, to furnish any or all of the items upon which prices are
quoted, at the price set opposite each item, delivered to the designated point(s) within
the time specified in the bid schedule. By submission of this bid, I understand that
Gwinnett County uses Electronic Payments for remittance of goods and services.
Vendors should select their preferred method of electronic payment upon notice of
award. For more information on electronic payments, please refer to the Electronic
Payment information in the instructions to bidders.
Legal Business Name
Address
Does your company currently have a location within Gwinnett County? Yes No
Representative Signature
Print Authorized Representative's Name
Telephone Number Fax Number
E-Mail Address
Contact Person (if someone other than the authorized representative listed above)
Telephone Number Fax Number
E-Mail Address

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NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
Now here appeared before the undersigned officer duly authorized by the State of Georgia
to administer oaths______________________________________________and after being first
duly sworn, depose and say that, they are all the officers, agents, persons or employees
who have acted for (Company Name)
on the West Gwinnett Aquatic Center Pool Renovations and that said
has not by (himself, themselves) or through any
persons, officers, agents or employees prevented or attempted to prevent by any means
whatsoever, competition in such bidding; or by any means whatever prevented or
endeavored to prevent anyone from making a bid therefore, or induced or attempted to
induce another to withdraw bid from said work.
BY:______________________________________
Signature of Affiant
________________________________________
Name - Typed or printed
________________________________________
Title
Sworn to and subscribed before me this
_______ day of ______________, 20 .
Notary Public
(Seal)
Note: See OCGA 36-91-21 (e)

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CORPORATION INFORMATION
CORPORATE NAME
CORPORATE ADDRESS
MAILING ADDRESS (IF DIFFERENT)
DOING BUSINESS AS (IF DIFFERENT THAN CORPORATE NAME)
CORPORATE OFFICERS: PRESIDENT
SECRETARY
TREASURER
VICE PRESIDENT
REGISTERED AGENT ADDRESS
POWER OF ATTORNEY ADDRESS
DATE OF INCORPORATION
NUMBER OF FULL DAYTIME EMPLOYEES (M-F/8-5)
HAS THE CORPORATION OR ANY OF ITS OFFICERS/AGENTS BEEN INVOLVED IN ANY
LITIGATION IN THE PAST FIVE YEARS? IF SO, PROVIDE DATE AND EXPLANATION
Company Name