Extension of Award.doc

The document titled "Extension of Award.doc" pertains to a state procurement opportunity issued by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) for window and siding installation at the Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center. The project is structured as a Request for Quotes (RFQ) with two distinct lots: Lot 1 involves installing 14 ViWinco S Series windows at house YWC 18, and Lot 2 requires installing Alside's ODYSSEY PLUS PREMIUM VINYL SIDING in Glacier White with Mountain Fern trim. A mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for 6/5/2025 at 11:00 am EST, requiring contractors to take a ferry to the island. Offers are due by 6/25/2025 at 10:00 am EST, with the contract award to be posted the same day. The project contract term is estimated from 6/26/2025 to 9/30/2025, with a strict 90-day completion requirement.

The procurement includes several state preferences and opportunities for disadvantaged businesses, offering potential tax credits for subcontracting with disadvantaged small businesses. Minority business participation is actively encouraged, with specific documentation requirements for subcontractors. Vendors can qualify for various state preferences, including Resident Vendor, Resident Contractor, and Resident Subcontractor designations, which may provide competitive advantages during evaluation. Contractors must possess a valid South Carolina Contractors License and carry specific insurance coverages, including Commercial General Liability, Auto Liability, and Worker's Compensation. Pricing will be evaluated on a unit price basis, requiring comprehensive pricing for both labor and materials. The solicitation appears targeted toward small to mid-sized contractors with specific expertise in window and siding installation, particularly those familiar with wildlife center or institutional building environments.