J21055-Buckwalter-IFC_Plan_Set-20250317.dwg

This is a construction plan set document (AutoCAD drawing file) for Beaufort County, South Carolina's Buckwalter Recreation Athletic Complex Expansion project, an Invitation for Bid (IFB #120925). The project encompasses the development of a comprehensive recreational facility on 142.91 acres within the Buckwalter Planned Unit Development, including construction of four artificial turf soccer fields, a new restroom building, renovation of an existing restroom facility, parking areas, driveways, sidewalks, storm water management facilities, associated utilities, site and sports lighting, site furnishings, and planting and irrigation systems. The sealed bid deadline is December 9, 2025, at 3:00 pm EST, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for October 29, 2025, at 2:00 pm virtually. Contractors must commence work within 15 calendar days of receiving the Notice to Proceed, with a contract duration of 540 days from that date.

Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond and comply with South Carolina Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Highway Construction (2025 edition). Monthly progress payments will be issued at 90% of completed work with 10% retainage held until final completion. Liquidated damages are assessed at $600 per calendar day for delays. The project requires small and minority business participation with submission of a Good Faith Efforts Checklist and Proposed Utilization Plan. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including worker's compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability, with Beaufort County named as an additional insured. The project will be funded through state, federal, and/or Beaufort County appropriations. Contractors must be licensed or hold Irrigation Association Certification, with irrigation systems requiring a minimum water pressure of 115 psi.