The scope of work includes but is not limited to general conditions. The repairs of the existing building are limited to the exposed structural members around the building, including concrete spalls and cracks in balconies, columns and walls. Contractor must visit the site prior to bidding to become familiar with the scope of work and verify all existing field conditions at job site. The General Contractor is responsible for obtaining all required permits and to provide all materials, equipment and labor, necessary to complete the job and shall be responsible for all subsequence or incidental works required to properly install all new work indicated in the drawings. All work shall be performed in the best standards of workmanship and shall be in accordance with the Florida Building Code and National Electric Code, all national, state, county, and municipal codes, rules, guidelines, regulations and departments having jurisdictions. New materials shall match existing and be approved by MDPHAs construction manager prior to installation. Performance and Payment Bond: A 100% Performance and Payment Bond is required if the total Bid exceeds $100,000.00 (including contingency and MDPHA allowances (if applicable). . Bid Documents: Obtain Bid Documents from MDPHA, Planning Section, 1401 NW 7th Street, Building "C", Miami, Florida 33125 as of March 24, 2009. Amount: $25.00 (non-refundable) per Bid Document Set. Contractors to provide separate checks per contract. Only MONEY ORDERS OR CASHIERS CHECKS made payable to Miami Dade Public Housing Agency will be accepted. NO CASH, COMPANY/ PERSONAL CHECKS OR CREDIT CARDS WILL BE ACCEPTED. SEALED BIDS for the project designated below will be received for and on behalf of Miami-Dade County, by Miami Dade Public Housing Agency offices at 1401 NW 7th Street, Building 'B', Conference room, Miami, Florida, 33125 until 10:00 a.m. local time, Tuesday May 12, 2009 where they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Purchasing Person: A. J. Shorter 1