Johnson Ave Sidewalk Design - LAP Project. FPN: 446663-1-38-01_FAIN D322 071 B

Notice is hereby given that the Escambia County Board of County Commissioners will receive proposals to provide Johnson Ave Sidewalk Design - LAP Project. FPN: 446663-1-38-01_FAIN D322 071 B

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The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to waive irregularities in proposals, to reject any or all proposals with or without cause, and to award the proposal that it determines to be in the best interest of Escambia County.

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Notice

It is the specific legislative intent of the Board of County Commissioners that NO CONTRACT under this solicitation shall be formed between Escambia County and the awardee firm until such time as the contract is executed by the last party to the transaction.

All Proposers and Sub Consultants are required to be currently pre-qualified with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), in their respective fields of practice for the work types required for this RLI. Proof shall be submitted with sealed proposals documenting all team members are currently prequalified with FDOT in the work categories required for this RLI. Failure to submit proof of FDOT qualification with your sealed proposal shall render the proposal non-responsive.

Major Work Category:

3.1 -Minor Highway Design

Proposals failing to provide such documentation with their sealed Proposals shall be considered nonresponsive. Prequalification is accomplished by using an application process. Applicants should read 337.14 F.S. and Rule 14-22 F.A.C. to review for compliance prior to completing the application. The Vendor Prequalification process results in the issuance of a Certificate of Qualification for each successful applicant which lists the approved work classes and the Maximum Capacity Rating in dollars.

To ensure that your Proposal is responsive, you are urged to request clarification or guidance on any issues involving this solicitation before submission of your response. Your point-of-contact for this solicitation is Purchasing at Purchasing@myescambia.com or (850) 595-4980. You may contact the department at any time during this process, including during the blackout period.

Summary:

As part of the ongoing Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program, this initiative aims to enhance connectivity for children walking and biking to and from school. It promotes a healthy walking environment for children, adults, and the elderly, fostering safe and efficient transportation for all modes of travel. The project will provide safe, accessible sidewalk connections to schools, community centers, and transit points.

All facilities will meet the latest American with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines. The design will consider roadway design, drainage design, and utility coordination as necessary to ensure successful project delivery.

These proposed sidewalks and safe roadway crossing sites are crucial to the safety of our public and our children. A safe walking infrastructure in our county also provides a safe and secure route that children and adults need, so they can focus on their other essentials of life. To also create a healthy safe walkable community for all, thus believed there is a direct linkage between the establishment of a safe environment for all and their readiness for a day, a lifetime of learning and personal development and to the growth and development of the community.