BRACE_Plan_Set_Approved_04_08_25.pdf

This is an approved plan set document for the Buckwalter Recreation Athletic Complex Expansion project undertaken by Beaufort County, South Carolina. The project scope encompasses construction of four artificial turf soccer fields, a new restroom building with renovation of an existing restroom facility, parking areas, driveways, sidewalks, storm water management systems, site and sports lighting, site furnishings, and comprehensive planting and irrigation systems across 142.91 acres. The Invitation for Bid (IFB #120925) requires sealed electronic submission through the Procurement Portal by December 9, 2025, at 3:00 pm EST, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for October 29, 2025, at 2:00 pm. The contract timeline establishes 540 days from the Notice to Proceed for project completion, with contractors required to commence work within 15 calendar days of notice. Liquidated damages are assessed at $600 per calendar day for project delays.

Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond and comply with South Carolina Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Highway Construction (2025 Edition). The project requires small and minority business participation with submission of a Good Faith Efforts Checklist and Proposed Utilization Plan. Payment terms are structured as monthly progress payments at 90% of completed work with 10% retainage held until final completion. Contractors must obtain appropriate licensure or Irrigation Association Certification, with irrigation systems requiring a minimum water pressure of 115 psi. Comprehensive insurance coverage is mandatory, including worker's compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability with Beaufort County named as additional insured. Title VI Civil Rights Act compliance is required. Funding sources include state, federal, and Beaufort County appropriations, though a specific total project budget is not explicitly stated in the procurement documents.