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This image is a photograph documenting structural conditions at Fort Fremont Preserve in St. Helena Island, South Carolina, in support of Beaufort County's Design-Build contract opportunity. The image shows existing stairs in a state of deterioration, with visible damage to the concrete steps and structural elements. The photograph appears to be part of the supporting documentation for the project scope, illustrating the current conditions that the selected Design-Build contractor must address through design, engineering, fabrication, and installation of new stairs, railings, security doors, and security window systems.

The image serves as a baseline reference for qualified firms to understand the existing conditions and the extent of work required to improve public safety, pedestrian circulation, and accessibility along the fort battery while protecting historic structures and maintaining the visual character of the preserve. This photographic documentation, combined with other project exhibits and the scope of work, enables proposers to develop comprehensive technical approaches and accurate pricing for the comprehensive design-build project that encompasses all labor, materials, engineering, permitting assistance, and incidental work necessary for completion.