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4. In accordance with Section 616.255(2), Florida Statutes, the COUNTY encourages the contractor to the greatest extent possible, to give consideration to increasing the number of contractorsNendors that are minority businesses. All contractors and subcontractors must comply with FS 287.133 (3)(a) on Public Entity Crimes and will submit to DACE a sworn statement of compliance for each fiscal year that any agreement is in effect. Since funding of the project is by a grant from the Florida Department of Agriculture and consumer Services (FDACS), the FDACS Contract Managers or designated representatives will make periodic on-site inspections during reasonable hours to review facilities, written materials, procedures or work being done. The FDACS reserves the right to inspect any books, documents, records, and papers involving transactions related to the project. Since the project is funded by a State grant, any/all articles on materials which can be purchased from Prison Rehabilitative Industries and Diversified Enterprises, Inc. (PRIDE) shall be purchased from PRIDE in accordance with Chapter 946, Florida Statutes. Available products, pricing and delivery schedules may be obtained by contacting: PRIDE of Florida, 5540 Rio Vista Drive, Clearwater, FL. 34620-3147, Telephone 813-535-4900. B. Preliminary Site Plan Development 1. Currently, the Indian River County Fairgrounds site, located at 7965 5811 Avenue in north Indian River County, is in need of a roofed, Agricultural Arena/Exhibit Building to accommodate indoor agricultural and community exhibits and shows. The Fairgrounds occupies approximately 100 acres of land on the west side of Kings highway, A grant from the State of Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has been obtained to fund a portion of the cost. A committee composed of Indian River County Firefighters (who promote and manage the Annual County Fair), the 4-H Club, and interested citizens has been organized to develop a building program. Some conceptual layouts of the building have been proposed, but the Consultant must meet with the Committee and County staff to develop three alternative floor plans and the COUNTY will work with the Consultant to agree on an approved floor plan, architectural facade, door locations and specifications, site plan, etc. The Agricultural facility shall include at least the following: (1) One approximately 100' x 200' (20,000 s.f. or equivalent size and shape.) Pre-engineered steel or masonry/steel building designed in accordance with 1997 Edition of the Standard Building Code, constructed and ready for use. (2) Access pathways, doors, and facilities shall be in accordance with all applicable ADA or Handicap accessibility code. Plumbing shall be roughed in for future handicapped accessible restrooms. (3) Mechanical System including plumbing, and ventilation. Future air- conditioning shall be considered in the design and rough -in construction. (w) iw%icainaum height 24 feet, (5) Minimum 400 amp electrical services, 240v13 phase, orappropriately sized electric service to meet existing and future needs.. (6) Location to be southeast of existing Farm Bureau Livestock pavilion to be mutually agreed upon by County stuff and Design Build Team. (7) Connection to County water and future sewer as available. (8) Rough plumbing/electrical for future kitchen area. 5