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This is a project image file related to a Design-Build contract opportunity with Beaufort County, South Carolina for improvements at Fort Fremont Preserve located in St. Helena Island. The image depicts a set of exterior stairs with multiple steps and a handrail system, showing the existing or reference conditions for the stairway structures that require design and installation as part of this project.

The Design-Build contract scope includes the design, engineering, fabrication, and installation of stairs, railings, security doors, and security window systems. The selected contractor must provide all labor, supervision, materials, equipment, transportation, engineering, fabrication, permitting assistance, site protection, demolition, and incidental services necessary for project completion in accordance with applicable codes and standards. The project objectives are to improve public safety and pedestrian circulation, enhance accessibility and visitor flow along the fort battery, protect historic structures from damage, provide secure enclosures for designated exhibit rooms, and maintain the historic and visual character of the preserve. Beaufort County will evaluate proposals based on qualifications, technical approach, experience, schedule, price, and understanding of project requirements to select the proposal offering the best overall value.