Myakka River Park Construction Phase 1

Agency:	Charlotte County
State:	Florida
Type of Government:	State & Local
NAICS Category:	236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction 237990 - Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction 541330 - Engineering Services
Posted Date:	Dec 15, 2025
Due Date:	Jan 7, 2026
Solicitation No:	26-117
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PURCHASING DIVISION

Charlotte County Administration Center

18500 Murdock Circle, Suite 344

Port Charlotte, Florida 33948-1094

Phone 941.743.1378

Fax 941.743.1384

TO: PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS

DATE: DECEMBER 15, 2025

BID OPENING DATE: JANUARY 7, 2026, AT 2:00 p.m. (EST)

RE: ADDENDUM #3, BID NO. 20260117, MYAKKA RIVER PARK CONSTRUCTION PHASE 1

Bidders are hereby notified that this addendum shall be made a part of the above-named proposal and contract documents.

The following is issued to modify, and/or clarify the proposal and contract documents. These items shall have the same force and

effect as the original bid and contract documents, and bids to be submitted on the specified date shall conform with the additions,

deletions and revisions as listed herein.

ITEM #1

QUESTIONS/ANSWERS:

Q1: Is there an irrigation design forthcoming?

A1: No. Plantings are generally consistent with xeriscaping principles which reduce water consumption

while enhancing both the beauty and hardiness of Florida landscaping. All required landscaping and

buffers shall be irrigated by the contractor during the establishment period.

Q2: If not, is there a point of connection for the irrigation water source?

A2: No. Potable water is available along Gallagher Boulevard. A hydrant located at the intersection of

Gallagher Boulevard and Spire Street. Contractor shall obtain a hydrant meter for construction, if

required.

Q3: As far as the bahia sod goes, it calls for FDOT standards which would require rolls of sod, it is more cost

effective to get this installed by the piece (palletized). Please confirm if palletized sod is acceptable.

A3: Pallet sod is acceptable provided the condition and quality meet the County’s other technical

specifications and standards.

Q4: Is there an existing irrigation system?

A4: No.

Q5: How is the proposed sod to be irrigated?

A5: All required landscaping and buffers shall be irrigated by the Contractor during the establishment

period. Means and methods of irrigation are up to the Contractor.

Q6: Is there any intention of these plantings/sod to be irrigated automatically? This is a rather large landscape

package with what seems to be a lack of irrigation?

A6: Means and methods of irrigation are up to the Contractor. All required landscaping and buffers may

be served by an automatic irrigation system during the establishment period.

Q7: If the landscaping is not going to be under automatic irrigation, what is the expectation of the Contractor for

keeping these alive and well and for how long is it expected to be the Contractor’s responsibility to keep up with

BID NO. 20260117, ADDENDUM NO. 3

until it becomes the County’s responsibility?

A7: Until final acceptance of the project.

Q8: Is there a park contact we need to arrange visiting the site with?

A8: The park is open to the public and the Contractor may inspect the site at anytime.

Q9: Can we extend the completion time of March 14, 2026 with the Army Corps of Engineers permit?

A9: The USACOE permit stipulates that the construction must be completed within 12 months after the

expiration date of the permit. Therefore, completion will be 150 days after Notice to Proceed.

Q10: Will the County extend the completion time beyond the 120 days?

A10: Completion time will be 150 days after Notice to Proceed. See the correction below.

Q11: Will the Contractor be responsible to obtain the NPDES permit?

A11: Yes.

Q12: Will the Contract be responsible to obtain County permits? If so, what is the estimated wait time for a

County permit?

A12: Contractor is to obtain all building permits necessary. The Contractor may contact the Building

Construction department to inquire about permit times.

Q13: Is mulching required for this project? If so, what is the pay item for the mulch?

A13: The work shall include all labor, equipment, tools, and transportation services required to plant

trees, shrubs and groundcover, supply and install staking and guying, watering, and mulch.

Q14: Should the underdrain be removed from the plan documents?

A14: This item is no longer required and is not a bid item.

Q15: Is rip rap required? If so, is there a pay item for the rip rap?

A15: Include all rip rap in pay item 25. The quantity of rip rap as shown on the bid form is approximate

and is given only as a basis of calculation for award of the contract. The actual quantities may vary

substantially from the estimated amount; however, the Contractor shall not exceed bid quantity without

written approval from the County. The quantity to be paid for in this specification shall be paid for per

square yard once satisfactorily completed and accepted.

Q16: Are environmental signs required for the project? If so, is there a pay item for the signs?

A16: No. Environmental signage is not a bid item. County will provide and install this signage after the

project is complete.

Q17: What is the anticipated start date for the project?

A17: The County anticipates this project to go to the Board of County Commissioners during one of the

February board meetings. Once approved, then the project may begin immediately after.

Q18: On pages 05 of 16 on the plans, the legend is blank and no scale is provided. Please explain.

A18: Scales are shown by the north arrow on the appropriate sheets (1” = 30’) for full size prints.

Q19: On pages 07, 08, 11, and 12 of 16 on the plans, is no legend is provided?

A19: See below:

 Legend for the surface material is shown on Sheet 05 of 16 and applies to all sheets where

shown.

 Sheet 07 and 08 are for paving, grading, and drainage.

 Sheet 12 has call outs for the best management practices (erosion control).

 Sheet 16 show trees to be removed. Trees that are struck through on the table are to be removed.

Q20: On pages 14 and 15 of 16 on the plans, the legend does not correlate the various surface textures used on

plans. Please explain.

A20: Legend for the various textures used on the plans is shown on Sheet 05 of 16 and applies to all

sheets where shown.

Q21: No scale provided. Please explain.

A21: Scales are shown by the north arrow on the appropriate sheets (1” = 30’) for full size prints.

BID NO. 20260117, ADDENDUM NO. 3

ITEM #2

ITEM #3

ITEM #4

Q22: Item 2, erosion and water pollution control, is currently lump sum. With no scales on the drawings it is

impossible to determine the extent of this work. Could quantities please be provided for each item required for

this bid item?

A22: Scales are shown by the north arrow on the appropriate sheets (1” = 30’) for full size prints.

Q23: Can you please confirm in irrigation is required for all landscaping? There is a note on the plans saying that

it is. However, there is no water source or electricity. If irrigation is required, we will need either plans showing a

connection to the water main or a local well. Power will also be required; this may be a new service to the

property that will require electrical plans. Please advise.

A23: There is no permanent irrigation required. Plantings are generally consistent with xeriscaping

principles which at its purpose reduces water consumption while enhancing both the beauty and

hardiness of Florida landscaping. All required landscaping and buffers shall be irrigated by the

contractor during the establishment period.

CORRECTION: On page 19 of the SP-06 CONTRACT TIME, ‘The Contractor shall use no more than 120

calendar days from the date specified in the Notice to Proceed, being the Contract Time, to complete all phases

of this project’. Please strikethrough the 120 calendar days and replace with 150 calendar days.

CORRECTION: On page 20 of the SP-09 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES, ‘The work shall be completed in 120

calendar days.’ Please strikethrough the 120 calendar days and replace with 150 calendar days.

CORRECTION: On page 41 of the BID FORM, ‘Completion Time: 120 calendar days.’ Please strikethrough

the 120 calendar days and replace with 150 calendar days.

This addendum is binding and is to be considered as if contained within the original bid documents of Bid No. 20260117. Bidders

are required to acknowledge receipt of this addendum on their bid forms.

Kimberly A. Corbett, C.P.M., CPPB

Senior Division Manager - Purchasing

KAC/kv

BID NO. 20260117, ADDENDUM NO. 3

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Myakka River Park Construction Phase 1

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