Huff_Creek_4C_Sloan_Unger_Mow_Area.pdf

This is a Project Description document for Greenville County's Soil and Water Conservation District in South Carolina, detailing the mowing maintenance requirements for nine flood-control dams constructed under USDA Public Law 566. The project involves annual mowing of earthen dams and auxiliary spillways across three watersheds: Huff Creek (five dams), Rabon Creek (one dam), and South Tyger River (three dams), with individual dam areas ranging from 2.8 to 11.9 acres. The mowing must be completed within 30 calendar days after receiving the Notice to Proceed to prevent woody vegetation that could compromise dam structural integrity. Proposals are due by November 7, 2025, at 3:00 pm, with an anticipated contract award date of November 17, 2025. The contract is structured as a single-year engagement with potential for future annual renewals based on satisfactory performance.

Pricing will be submitted as lump sum bids for all nine dam locations combined. The evaluation criteria employ a 100-point scoring system with equal weighting (20 points each) across cost, project experience, references, RFP responsiveness, and safety record. Contractors must carry specific insurance requirements including $1,000,000 in comprehensive general liability, $1,000,000 in automobile liability, and statutory worker's compensation coverage, with Greenville County named as an additional insured. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including company background, qualifications, references, and safety records. The RFP does not indicate incumbent vendors or existing set-aside designations, and the contract is suited for qualified environmental services, landscaping, or agricultural maintenance firms with specialized knowledge of watershed management and dam maintenance.