1139 Bennett Loop, Loris - Single Family Rehab

Horry County, South Carolina, is soliciting bids for a single-family home rehabilitation project located at 1139 Bennett Loop in Loris, under Bid #2024-10-023. The procurement is funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (CDBG) and USDA Section 533 Housing Preservation Grant, with the primary objective of completely renovating a residential property. Contractors must be properly licensed in South Carolina and possess an active State General Contractor's License, with requirements to complete 100% of the Scope of Work within sixty (60) calendar days and be responsible for at least sixty percent (60%) of the project construction. The mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the project site, with electronic bid submissions due by October 23, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. local time. Bidders must submit a comprehensive bid forms packet, including non-collusion affidavit, anti-lobbying form, and proof of insurance, with an 8% county sales tax rate applicable to the project.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrict responses to disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors will be subject to liquidated damages of $200 per calendar day for delays beyond the prescribed completion time. No bid bond is required for this solicitation, and the county reserves the right to accept or reject any bid deemed in its best interest. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the project involves comprehensive home rehabilitation with specific insurance and documentation requirements. Bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation and general liability, and comply with various state and federal regulations concerning tax reporting, drug-free workplace standards, and potential debarment restrictions. The procurement process emphasizes thorough documentation, contractor qualification, and strict adherence to local and federal guidelines for home rehabilitation projects.