On-Call_Contract_Policy_Manual_Fully_Signed.pdf

This is an On-Call Contract Policy Manual for Beaufort County, South Carolina, establishing guidelines and procedures for managing on-call consulting contracts. The manual outlines the framework for Beaufort County's on-call contracting process, which is utilized to procure Construction Management and Construction Engineering and Inspection (CE&I) services for transportation-related projects. The document specifies the administrative procedures, selection criteria, and submission requirements that consulting firms must follow when responding to on-call opportunities. Beaufort County establishes this manual to streamline the procurement process, ensure competitive selection among qualified firms, and maintain consistency in managing multiple on-call contracts simultaneously. The manual serves as the governing document for how the County will evaluate qualifications, award contracts, and manage the ongoing relationships with selected consulting firms throughout the contract term.

The On-Call Contract Policy Manual establishes the County's requirements for pricing structures, contract administration, performance standards, and vendor management protocols for on-call consulting services. The manual addresses compensation mechanisms, insurance and bonding requirements, task order procedures, and compliance obligations that selected firms must maintain. By implementing standardized policies through this manual, Beaufort County ensures fiscal responsibility, professional accountability, and fair competition among qualified consulting firms while maintaining flexibility to address varying project needs and scope requirements that may arise during the contract period.