CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES
Agenda Cover Page Fiscal Impact: Yes Contract Requirement: No Title DISCUSSION REGARDING AWARDING A CONTRACT TO VPR CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION FOR THE VINCENT TORRES WALL REPAIR PROJECT FOR THE CITY OF LAUDERDALE LAKES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY SEVEN THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($257,600.00) Summary This is a discussion regarding awarding a contract to VPR Construction Corporation in an amount not to exceed $257,600.00 for ITB 26-6210-26B, Vincent Torres Wall Repair Project. Staff Recommendation Background:
The Lauderdale Lakes Vincent Torres Park is a prime property located in the heart of the City and is the main hub for a plethora of activities and events hosted by the City utilized by residents and the public. The Vincent Torres wall near the basketball area collapsed some time ago which remains a severe safety hazard, while the remaining wall around the building is also in a deplorable condition and poses a safety issue to patrons and staff, therefore now demanding much needed renovations to bring the facility up to standards that the city holds high. The current facility is a very high traffic area and has been in need of much needed upgrades and renovations.
The City issued a solicitation on our OpenGov Platform, ITB 26-6210-26B Vincent Torres Wall Repair Project, so as to secure a vendor to provide the removal, repair, resurfacing, and finishing of exterior wall infrastructure, including replacement of doors and site restoration. The project includes demolition, removal, and replacement of existing fluted concrete panels and associated anchors from the exterior walls. Exterior Wall Preparation and Stucco, Painting, Door Replacements and Configuration, submit product approvals, impact certifications, and manufacturer cut sheets prior to installation, Landscaping and Shrub Remediation.
The solicitation summary is as follows:
Advertised on the city’s OpenGov Platform on.. Monday, March 9, 2026 1:53pm
All bids were due on………………………………Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 10:00am
Vendors Notified……………………………….….16,286
Pre-Bid Conference (Mandatory)………………..Monday, March 16, 2026, 11:00am
Legal Ads posted in the Sun Sentinel Papers…March 12th, 2026 / March 15th, 2026
Downloaders….………………………………..…72
Submissions………………………………………4
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Rank
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Vendor
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Total
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Location
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1
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VPR Construction Corporation
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$257,600.00
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Tamarac, FL 33319
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2
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BRJ Restoration, LLC
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$265,563.00
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Punta Gorda, FL 33950
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3
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Fierce Construction (FCGC)
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$267,992.00
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Jupiter, FL 33458
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4
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Marvi Builders LLC
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$275,821.00
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Miami, FL 33168
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City staff is requesting the award of ITB 26-6210-26B, to VPR Construction Corporation, for the Vincent Torres Wall Repair Project in accordance with the City’s Procurement Code, Section 82-356(a)(1), which allows Competitive sealed bidding (Invitation to Bid). Funding Source:
VT Wall CIP Project 3151319-6210-VT: $220,000.00 was included in the FY 2026 approved CIP budget amendment.
The remaining $37,600.00 will be funded through a budget transfer from CIP Project Major Facilities Upgrade: 3151319-6210-UFAC.
Fiscal Impact:
$220,000.00 was included in the FY 2026 approved CIP budget amendment.
The remaining $37,600.00 will be funded through a budget transfer from CIP Project Major Facilities Upgrade: 3151319-6210-UFAC. Sponsor Name/Department: Aazam Piprawala; Procurement Administrator - Ronald Desbrunes, P.E., Public Works Director Meeting Date: 6/8/2026 |