CONTRACT AWARD TO HORIZON CONTRACTORS INC.

Board of County Commissioners · 2026-07-21 · resolution

Resolution adopted on 7/21/2026 approving contract award to Horizon Contractors, Inc. for roadway improvements to NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue, Project No. 20250068, for a term of 730 calendar days and a value of $17,933,304.63, inclusive of a construction contingency allowance of $1,618,298.15 and other allowances of $132,025.00. The project entails complete reconstruction of the existing roadway to a four-lane roadway with continuous center turning lane, bike lanes, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, storm drainage system, pavement markings and signage, upgraded traffic signalization, and roadway lighting. The project is located primarily within District 12, represented by Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez. The contract is funded by Mobility Impact Fees. The project was advertised on 10/16/2025, bids were received on 10/17/2025, and the bid open date was 11/19/2025. Horizon Contractors, Inc. submitted the lowest base bid of $16,182,981.48, which is 0.55% below the County's cost estimate. The project was initially planned as design-build but was cancelled due to utility conflicts; DTPW assumed the design contract and resolved the utility conflicts ahead of this procurement. The base contract amount is $16,182,981.48. The contract period is 730 calendar days with substantial completion occurring within 657 days from the Notice to Proceed. The annual estimated operations and maintenance costs are approximately $33,961.38. A 1.00% Small Business Development Goods & Services goal has been established for this project. The project manager is Fernando Mardones, DTPW Engineer III. The contract manager is Tiondra Wright, Chief. The project manager is Rene Idarraga, Chief. The prime contractor is Horizon Contractors, Inc., with company principal and qualifier Jose M. Sanchez, located at 8175 W 32 Ave, Suite #2, Hialeah, Florida 33018. The bid bond expires 05/19/2026 and the bid is valid until 11/19/2026. The review committee meeting date and signoff date was 04/17/2025. The project is subject to Responsible Wages (Resolution No. R-54-10), Sea Level Rise (Ordinance 14-79), and Sustainable Buildings Ordinance (I.O. No. 8-8). The existing segment of NW 58 Street features four lanes with a striped center turning lane, but lacks sidewalks, curbs and gutters, and dedicated bicycle facilities. The existing guardrail on the north side, adjacent to the canal, does not meet current resistance standards and must be upgraded. Traffic signals require timing optimization and other improvements, and new roadway lighting is necessary throughout the corridor. The project was forwarded to the BCC with a favorable recommendation by the Transportation Cmte on 7/14/2026 and 7/20/2026. The final action was on 7/21/2026. The item was introduced on 6/22/2026. The sponsor is Juan Carlos Bermudez, Prime Sponsor. The requester is Transportation and Public Works. The legislative history shows the Board of County Commissioners adopted the item on 7/21/2026. The County Attorney was assigned on 6/23/2026. The Office of Agenda Coordination was assigned on 6/22/2026. The report notes DTPW - Bruce Libhaber - no sponsor - pending July cmte - Attachment: Contract - item has 11 pages. The project is funded through the following source: Program Name / Program Number County Budget Funding Source: Arterial Roads - Countywide / 2000000538 FY 25 - 26 Adopted Budget and Multi-Year Capital Plan, Volume 2, Page 135 Mobility Impact Fees. The project number 77230 is associated with the roadway improvement project. The bid packages were issued via electronic download. Eight bids were received. The IG fee is included in the base contract. Art in Public Places is No. The permit allowance is $4,000.00. The off-duty law enforcement officer allowance is $80,000.00. The bituminous materials adjustment allowance is $40,000.00. The FPL connection allowance is $6,000.00. The reimbursement for cost associated with the Utility Access Program (UAP) Fee (2%) applied to all other allowances paid at invoice cost is $1,800.00. The reimbursement for cost associated with the Independent Private Sector Inspector General (0.25%) applied to all other allowances paid at invoice cost is $225.00. The total amount is $17,933,304.63. The project was bid on a unit price basis. The three lowest responsive and responsible bids were: Horizon Contractors, Inc. submitted the lowest base bid of $16,182,981.48, which is 0.55% below the County's cost estimate. H&R Paving, Inc. submitted the second lowest base bid of $16,662,061.25, which is 2.40% above the County's cost estimate. General Asphalt Co., Inc. submitted the third lowest base bid of $18,655,434.96, which is 14.65% above the County's cost estimate. Within the last 15 years, Horizon Contractors, Inc., had 10 evaluations in the Capital Improvements Information System, with an average evaluation score of 3.3 out of a maximum score of 4. Due diligence was conducted in accordance with Procurement Guidelines to determine contractor responsibility, including verifying corporate status with the Florida Department of State's Division of Corporations and reviewing performance and compliance issues. Pursuant to Resolution No. R-1181-18, copies of Occupational Safety & Health Form 300 - Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses for the last three years are on file with DTPW and are available upon request. No major issue related to safety was found. According to the Small Business Development (SBD) Office and its database, there are no violations on record within the last three years for Horizon Contractors, Inc. The standard payment and performance bond is Yes. The mandatory clearing house is Yes. The project does not exceed legal requirements. The review committee assigned contract measures is No. The SBE-G&S goal is 1.00% and CWP is N/A. The project is located in District 12, Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez. The user department is Department of Transportation and Public Works. The managing department is Department of Transportation and Public Works. The approval path is Board of County Commissioners. The delegation of authority is consistent with those authorities granted under the County Code. The fiscal impact for the contract is $17,933,304.63, inclusive of a contingency allowance of $1,618,298.15 and $132,025.00 for other allowances. The annual estimated operations and maintenance costs are approximately $33,961.38, consisting of $24,796.76 for operations and $9,164.62 for maintenance. The project is funded by Mobility Impact Fees. The project was advertised on Thursday, October 16, 2025. On Friday, October 17, 2025, eight contractors submitted bids. The project was initially planned to be delivered as a design-build; however, the project was cancelled due to utility conflicts that could not be addressed. Following the contract cancellation, DTPW assumed the design contract and resolved the utility conflicts ahead of this procurement. The corridor has experienced significant growth in recent years, and the improvements will ensure adequate mobility along this roadway, which is essential to sustaining this growth, maintaining an acceptable level of service, and supporting the transportation needs of residents, businesses, and visitors within the surrounding communities. The project is located primarily within District 12, which is represented by Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez. The project name is Roadway Improvements to NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue. The DTPW project number is 20250068. The contract number is 20250068. The project description includes furnishing all supervision, materials, equipment, tools and performing all operations necessary for roadway improvements to NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue. The work consists of reconstruction of the existing road to a four-lane roadway with continuous center turning lane, bike lanes, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, storm drainage system, pavement markings and signage, upgraded traffic signalization, and roadway lighting. The project location is District 12, Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez. The approval path is Board of County Commissioners. The user department is Department of Transportation and Public Works. The managing department is Department of Transportation and Public Works. The delegation of authority is consistent with those authorities granted under the County Code. The fiscal impact for the contract is $17,933,304.63, inclusive of a contingency allowance of $1,618,298.15 and $132,025.00 for other allowances. The annual estimated operations and maintenance costs are approximately $33,961.38, consisting of $24,796.76 for operations and $9,164.62 for maintenance. Project No. 77230 is associated with the roadway improvement project along NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue. This contract is funded through the following source: Program Name / Program Number County Budget Funding Source: Arterial Roads - Countywide / 2000000538 FY 25 - 26 Adopted Budget and Multi-Year Capital Plan, Volume 2, Page 135 Mobility Impact Fees. PTP funding is No. GOB funding is No. ARRA funding is No. Bid packages were issued via electronic download. Eight bids were received. The contract period is 730 calendar days for all work required by the contract documents with substantial completion occurring within 657 days from the Notice to Proceed. The IG fee is included in the base contract. Art in Public Places is No. The base contract amount is $16,182,981.48. The contingency allowance (Section 2-8.1 Miami-Dade County Code) is construction 10% $1,618,298.15. The permit allowance is $4,000.00. The off-duty law enforcement officer allowance is $80,000.00. The bituminous materials adjustment allowance is $40,000.00. The FPL connection allowance is $6,000.00. For reimbursement of cost associated with the Utility Access Program (UAP) Fee (2%) applied to all other allowances paid at invoice cost: $1,800.00. For reimbursement of cost associated with the Independent Private Sector Inspector General (0.25%) applied to all other allowances paid at invoice cost: $225.00. The total amount is $17,933,304.63. The track record / monitor is Fernando Mardones, DTPW Engineer III, is the Project Manager. The explanation states that according to the Small Business Development (SBD) Office and its database, there are no violations on record within the last three years for Horizon Contractors, Inc., and a 1.00% Small Business Development Goods & Services goal has been established for this project. The project was advertised on Thursday, October 16, 2025. On Friday, October 17, 2025, eight contractors submitted bids. The three lowest responsive and responsible bids were as follows: Horizon Contractors, Inc. submitted the lowest base bid of $16,182,981.48, which is 0.55% below the County's cost estimate. H&R Paving, Inc. submitted the second lowest base bid of $16,662,061.25, which is 2.40% above the County's cost estimate. General Asphalt Co., Inc. submitted the third lowest base bid of $18,655,434.96, which is 14.65% above the County's cost estimate. This project was bid on a unit price basis. A copy of all bids, and the bid tabulation for this project, is available by contacting the Chief of Capital Improvements, DTPW. Within the last 15 years, Horizon Contractors, Inc., had 10 evaluations in the Capital Improvements Information System, with an average evaluation score of 3.3 out of a maximum score of 4. Due diligence was conducted in accordance with Procurement Guidelines to determine contractor responsibility, including verifying corporate status with the Florida Department of State's Division of Corporations and reviewing performance and compliance issues. Furthermore, pursuant to Resolution No. R-1181-18, copies of Occupational Safety & Health Form 300 - Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses for the last three years are on file with DTPW and are available upon request. No major issue related to safety was found. The bid open date is 11/19/2025. The bid bond expires 05/19/2026. The bid is valid until 11/19/2026. The prime contractor is Horizon Contractors, Inc. The company principals are Jose M. Sanchez. The company qualifier is Jose M. Sanchez. The company email address is [email protected]. The company street address is 8175 W 32 Ave, Suite #2. The company city-state-zip is Hialeah, Florida 33018. Exceed legal requirements is No. Standard payment and performance bond is Yes. Review committee meeting date is 04/17/2025 and signoff date is 04/17/2025. Responsible wages (Resolution No. R-54-10) is applicable. Review committee assigned contract measures is No. Type goal SBE-G&S is 1.00% and CWP is N/A. Mandatory clearing house is Yes. Sea level rise (Ordinance 14-79) is Yes. Sustainable buildings ordinance (I.O. No. 8-8) is Yes. Contract manager name / phone / email is Tiondra Wright, Chief (305) 375-4891 [email protected]. Project manager name / phone / email is Rene Idarraga, Chief (305) 275-2111 [email protected]. The background states that the existing segment of NW 58 Street features four lanes with a striped center turning lane. However, the roadway lacks sidewalks, curbs and gutters, and dedicated bicycle facilities. The existing guardrail on the north side, adjacent to the canal, does not meet current resistance standards and must be upgraded. Additionally, the traffic signals require timing optimization and other improvements, and new roadway lighting is necessary throughout the corridor to enhance safety and visibility. The document is signed by Roy Coley, Deputy Mayor. The legislative history shows the Board of County Commissioners adopted the item on 7/21/2026. The Office of the Chairperson added the item on 7/20/2026. The Transportation Cmte forwarded to BCC on 7/20/2026. The Transportation Cmte forwarded to BCC with a favorable recommendation on 7/14/2026. The County Attorney was assigned on 6/23/2026. Roy Coley assigned the item on 6/22/2026. The Office of Agenda Coordination assigned the item on 6/22/2026. The report states DTPW - Bruce Libhaber - no sponsor - pending July cmte - Attachment: Contract - item has 11 pages. The item was introduced on 6/22/2026. The requester is Transportation and Public Works. The final action is 7/21/2026. The agenda date is 7/21/2026. The agenda item number is 8N6. The reference is R-640-26. The file type is Resolution. The status is Adopted. The version is 0. The control is County Commission. The file name is CONTRACT AWARD TO HORIZON CONTRACTORS INC. The sponsor is Juan Carlos Bermudez, Prime Sponsor. The sunset provision is No. The effective date is not stated. The expiration date is not stated. The registered lobbyist is None Listed. The cost is not stated. The indexes are NONE. The title is RESOLUTION APPROVING THE AWARD OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE CAPITAL PROJECT TITLED ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS TO NW 58 STREET FROM NW 97 AVENUE TO NW 79 AVENUE, PROJECT NO. 20250068, TO HORIZON CONTRACTORS, INC., FOR A TERM OF 730 CALENDAR DAYS AND A VALUE OF $17,933,304.63, INCLUSIVE OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY ALLOWANCE OF $1,618,298.15, AND OTHER ALLOWANCES OF $132,025.00; AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY MAYOR OR COUNTY MAYOR'S DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SAME AND EXERCISE THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED THEREIN. The body states that the Board approves the contract award between Miami-Dade County and Horizon Contractors, Inc., for the roadway improvements to NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue in an amount not to exceed $17,933,304.63, inclusive of a construction contingency allowance of $1,618,298.15, and $132,025.00 for other allowances and authorizes the County Mayor or County Mayor's designee to execute the same and to exercise the provisions contained therein, including termination provisions. The header is from Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor, to Honorable Chairman Anthony Rodriguez and Members, Board of County Commissioners, subject Contract Award Recommendation in the Amount of $17,933,304.63 to Horizon Contractors, Inc. for Roadway Improvements to NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue. The staff recommendation executive summary states the purpose of this item is to gain approval of the Board of County Commissioners (Board) to execute a contract award recommendation for the project titled 'Roadway Improvements to NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue, Capital Project No. 20250068,' in the amount of $17,933,304.63 to Horizon Contractors, Inc., for a 730-day term. This project is being funded by Mobility Impact Fees. This project entails the complete reconstruction of the existing roadway along NW 58th Street, an east-west transportation corridor servicing the City of Doral. The improvements will result in a four-lane roadway with continuous center turning lanes, dedicated bike lanes, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, and a modern storm drainage system. Additional enhancements include new pavement markings and signage, upgraded traffic signalization, and roadway lighting. The corridor has experienced significant growth in recent years, and the improvements will ensure adequate mobility along this roadway, which is essential to sustaining this growth, maintaining an acceptable level of service, and supporting the transportation needs of residents, businesses, and visitors within the surrounding communities. The Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) initially planned to deliver the project as a 'design-build;' however, the project was cancelled due to utility conflicts that could not be addressed. Following the contract cancellation, DTPW assumed the design contract and resolved the utility conflicts ahead of this procurement. The recommendation states this contract award recommendation is for the project titled 'Roadway Improvements to NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue, procured under Capital Project No. 20250068, between Miami-Dade County and Horizon Contractors, Inc., in the amount of $17,933,304.63 for a 730-day term. The scope states the project is located primarily within District 12, which is represented by Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez. The project name is Roadway Improvements to NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue. The DTPW project number is 20250068. The contract number is 20250068. The project description includes furnishing all supervision, materials, equipment, tools and performing all operations necessary for roadway improvements to NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue. The work consists of reconstruction of the existing road to a four-lane roadway with continuous center turning lane, bike lanes, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, storm drainage system, pavement markings and signage, upgraded traffic signalization, and roadway lighting. The project location is District 12, Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez. The approval path is Board of County Commissioners. The user department is Department of Transportation and Public Works. The managing department is Department of Transportation and Public Works. The delegation of authority is consistent with those authorities granted under the County Code. The fiscal impact for the contract is $17,933,304.63, inclusive of a contingency allowance of $1,618,298.15 and $132,025.00 for other allowances. The annual estimated operations and maintenance costs are approximately $33,961.38, consisting of $24,796.76 for operations and $9,164.62 for maintenance. Project No. 77230 is associated with the roadway improvement project along NW 58 Street from NW 97 Avenue to NW 79 Avenue. This contract is funded through the following source: Program Name / Program Number County Budget Funding Source: Arterial Roads - Countywide / 2000000538 FY 25 - 26 Adopted Budget and Multi-Year Capital Plan, Volume 2, Page 135 Mobility Impact Fees. PTP funding is No. GOB funding is No. ARRA funding is No. Bid packages were issued via electronic download. Eight bids were received. The contract period is 730 calendar days for all work required by the contract documents with substantial completion occurring within 657 days from the Notice to Proceed. The IG fee is included in the base contract. Art in Public Places is No. The base contract amount is $16,182,981.48. The contingency allowance (Section 2-8.1 Miami-Dade County Code) is construction 10% $1,618,298.15. The permit allowance is $4,000.00. The off-duty law enforcement officer allowance is $80,000.00. The bituminous materials adjustment allowance is $40,000.00. The FPL connection allowance is $6,000.00. For reimbursement of cost associated with the Utility Access Program (UAP) Fee (2%) applied to all other allowances paid at invoice cost: $1,800.00. For reimbursement of cost associated with the Independent Private Sector Inspector General (0.25%) applied to all other allowances paid at invoice cost: $225.00. The total amount is $17,933,304.63. The track record / monitor is Fernando Mardones, DTPW Engineer III, is the Project Manager. The explanation states that according to the Small Business Development (SBD) Office and its database, there are no violations on record within the last three years for Horizon Contractors, Inc., and a 1.00% Small Business Development Goods & Services goal has been established for this project. The project was advertised on Thursday, October 16, 2025. On Friday, October 17, 2025, eight contractors submitted bids. The three lowest responsive and responsible bids were as follows: Horizon Contractors, Inc. submitted the lowest base bid of $16,182,981.48, which is 0.55% below the County's cost estimate. H&R Paving, Inc. submitted the second lowest base bid of $16,662,061.25, which is 2.40% above the County's cost estimate. General Asphalt Co., Inc. submitted the third lowest base bid of $18,655,434.96, which is 14.65% above the County's cost estimate. This project was bid on a unit price basis. A copy of all bids, and the bid tabulation for this project, is available by contacting the Chief of Capital Improvements, DTPW. Within the last 15 years, Horizon Contractors, Inc., had 10 evaluations in the Capital Improvements Information System, with an average evaluation score of 3.3 out of a maximum score of 4. Due diligence was conducted in accordance with Procurement Guidelines to determine contractor responsibility, including verifying corporate status with the Florida Department of State's Division of Corporations and reviewing performance and compliance issues. Furthermore, pursuant to Resolution No. R-1181-18, copies of Occupational Safety & Health Form 300 - Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses for the last three years are on file with DTPW and are available upon request. No major issue related to safety was found. The bid open date is 11/19/2025. The bid bond expires 05/19/2026. The bid is valid until 11/19/2026. The prime contractor is Horizon Contractors, Inc. The company principals are Jose M. Sanchez. The company qualifier is Jose M. Sanchez. The company email address is [email protected]. The company street address is 8175 W 32 Ave, Suite #2. The company city-state-zip is Hialeah, Florida 33018. Exceed legal requirements is No. Standard payment and performance bond is Yes. Review committee meeting date is 04/17/2025 and signoff date is 04/17/2025. Responsible wages (Resolution No. R-54-10) is applicable. Review committee assigned contract measures is No. Type goal SBE-G&S is 1.00% and CWP is N/A. Mandatory clearing house is Yes. Sea level rise (Ordinance 14-79) is Yes. Sustainable buildings ordinance (I.O. No. 8-8) is Yes. Contract manager name / phone / email is Tiondra Wright, Chief (305) 375-4891 [email protected]. Project manager name / phone / email is Rene Idarraga, Chief (305) 275-2111 [email protected]. The background states that the existing segment of NW 58 Street features four lanes with a striped center turning lane. However, the roadway lacks sidewalks, curbs and gutters, and dedicated bicycle facilities. The existing guardrail on the north side, adjacent to the canal, does not meet current resistance standards and must be upgraded. Additionally, the traffic signals require timing optimization and other improvements, and new roadway lighting is necessary throughout the corridor to enhance safety and visibility. The document is signed by Roy Coley, Deputy Mayor.