CITY OF OPA-LOCKA
RFP NO: 26-0317200
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Pump Station 11-C Bypass Control
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Table of Contents
I. Proposal Guidelines
a. Advertisement
b. Proposal Submission
c. Cone of Silence
d. Calendar Events/Important Dates
II. Nature of Services Required
a. Purpose
b. Scope of Work
c. Contents of Proposal
III. General Requirements
a. Rules for Proposal
b. Submission Guidelines
c. References
IV. Evaluation and Selection Process
a. Review of Proposals
b. Evaluation Criteria
V. Attachments
a. Proposer Qualifications
b. Price Proposal Form
c. Certification Regarding Debarment
d. Drug-Free Workplace
e. Non-Collusion Affidavit
f. Non-Discrimination Affidavit
g. E-Verify Form
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RFP NO: 26-0317200
Pump Station 11-C Bypass Control
Sealed Proposals for Pump Station 11-C Bypass Control Services will be received by the City of
Opa-locka at the Office of the City Clerk, 780 Fisherman St, 4th Floor, Opa-locka, Florida 33054,
on March 17, 2026, by 2:00 p.m. (ET). Any RFP Package received after the designated closing
time will be returned unopened. The City of Opa-locka will be accepting proposals by mail,
however it is your responsibility to submit your proposal by the due date. In addition, proposals
may be submitted via www.demandstar.com (e-bid). The address to submit sealed proposals is
listed below:
CITY OF OPA-LOCKA
Office of the City Clerk
780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
An original and six (6) copies for a total of seven (7) plus 1 copy of the Proposal package on USB
Flash Drive in PDF format shall be submitted in sealed envelopes/packages addressed to the
City Clerk, City of Opa-locka, Florida, and marked RFP 26-0317200 for Pump Station 11-C
Bypass Control. This requirement is waived if the Proposal is submitted through DemandStar.
Proposers desiring information for use in preparing proposals may obtain a set of such
documents by visiting the City’s website at www.opalockafl.gov or www.demandstar.com.
The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals and to waive any
technicalities or irregularities therein. The City further reserves the right to award the contract
to that proposer whose proposal best complies with the RFP NO: 26-0317200 requirements.
Proposers may not withdraw their proposal for a period of ninety (90) days from the date set
for the opening thereof.
City Clerk
Joanna Flores, CMC
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CITY OF OPA-LOCKA RFP NO. 26-0317200
PUMP STATION 11-C BYPASS CONTROL
PART I
PROPOSAL GUIDELINES
1-1. Introduction: The City of Opa-locka is requesting proposals from highly qualified
Contractors to provide Pump Station 11-C Bypass Control restoration services.
1-2. Proposal Submission and Withdrawal: The City of Opa-locka will be accepting proposals by
mail, however it is your responsibility to submit your proposal by the due date. In addition,
proposals may be submitted via www.demandstar.com (e-bid). The City must receive all
proposals by 2:00 p.m. (ET) on 3/18/26. The address to submit sealed proposals is listed below:
CITY OF OPA-LOCKA
Office of the City Clerk
780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
To facilitate processing, please clearly mark the outside of the proposal package as follows: RFP
NO. 26-0317200 – Pump Station 11-C Bypass Control Services. This package shall also include
the Proposer’s return address.
The City cautions proposers to ensure actual delivery of mailed or hand-delivered proposals
directly to the City Clerk’s Office at 780 Fisherman Street, 4th Floor, Opa-locka, Florida 33054
prior to the deadline set for receiving proposals. Telephone confirmation of timely receipt of the
proposal may be made by calling (305) 688-4611, Option 1, before the proposal closing time.
Any proposal received after the established deadline will not be considered and will be returned
unopened to the Proposer.
1-3. Number of Copies: Proposers shall submit an original and six (6) copies (a total of 7) plus
one copy on USB Flash Drive in PDF format of the proposal in a sealed, opaque package marked
as noted above. This requirement is waived for Proposals submitted by DemandStar. The
Proposer will be responsible for timely delivery, whether by personal delivery, US Mail, or any
other mode of delivery.
1-4. Development Costs: Neither the City nor its representatives shall be liable for any expenses
incurred in connection with the preparation of a response to this Request for Proposal.
Proposers should prepare their proposals simply and economically, providing a
straightforward and concise description of the Proposer’s ability to meet the requirements of
the RFP.
1-5. Inquiries: The City Clerk will receive written requests for clarification concerning the
meaning or interpretations of the RFP, until eight (8) days prior to the submittal date. City
personnel are authorized only to direct the attention of prospective Proposers to various
portions of the RFP so that they may read and interpret such for themselves. No employee other
than the City’s Purchasing Officer is authorized to interpret any portion of this RFP or give
information as to the requirements of the RFP in addition to what is contained in the written
RFP document.
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1-6. Addenda: The City may record its response to inquiries and any supplemental instructions
in the form of written addenda. The City may post addenda on the City’s website up to five (5)
calendar days before the date fixed for receiving the proposals. Proposers shall contact the City
to ascertain whether any addenda have been issued. Failure to do so could result in an
unresponsive proposal. Any oral explanation given before the RFP opening will not be binding.
All Proposers are expected to carefully examine the proposal documents. Any ambiguities or
inconsistencies should be brought to the attention of the City’s Purchasing Officer through
written communication prior to the opening of the proposals.
1-7. Contract Awards: The City anticipates entering into an Agreement with the Proposer who
submits the proposal judged by the City to be most advantageous.
The Proposer understands that this RFP does not constitute an offer or an Agreement with the
Proposer. An offer or Agreement shall not be deemed to exist and is not binding until proposals
are reviewed, accepted by appointed staff, the best proposal has been identified, approved by
the appropriate level of authority within the City and executed by all parties.
The City reserves the right to reject all proposals, to abandon the project and/or to solicit and
re- advertise for other proposals.
1-8. Contractual Agreement: This RFP and Contractor proposal shall be included and
incorporated in the final award. The order of contractual precedence will be the Contract or
Agreement document, original Terms and Conditions, and Proposer response. Any and all legal
action necessary to enforce the award will be held in Miami-Dade County and the contractual
obligations will be interpreted according to the laws of Florida. Any additional contract or
agreement requested for consideration by the Proposer must be attached and enclosed as part
of the proposal.
1-9. Selection Process: The proposals will be evaluated and assigned points. The Proposer with
the highest number of points will be ranked first; however, nothing herein will prevent the City
from assigning work to any firm deemed responsive and responsible.
1-10. Public Records: Upon award recommendation or ten (10) days after opening, whichever
occurs first, proposals become “public records” and shall be subject to public disclosure
consistent with Chapter 119 Florida Statutes. Proposers must invoke the exemptions to
disclosure provided by law in the response to the RFP and must identify the data or other
materials to be protected and must state the reasons why such exclusion from public disclosure
is necessary. Document files may be examined during normal working hours.
1-11. News Releases: The Proposer shall obtain the prior approval of the City Manager’s Office
for all news releases or other publicity pertaining to this RFP or the service, study, or project to
which it relates.
1-12. Insurance: The awarded Proposer(s) shall maintain insurance coverage reflecting at least
the minimum amounts and conditions specified herein. In the event the Proposer is a
governmental entity or self-insured organization, different insurance requirements may apply.
Misrepresentation of any material fact, whether intentional or not, regarding the Proposer’s
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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.