1271 Albert Road - Single Family Home Rehabilitation

Horry County, South Carolina is soliciting bids for a single-family home rehabilitation project located at 1271 Albert Road in Little River through Invitation for Bid (IFB) #2023-24-028. The procurement is funded by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development CDBG and USDA Section 533 Housing Preservation Grant programs. Qualified contractors must possess an active South Carolina General Contractor's License and submit electronic bids through the county's electronic bid software. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on August 29, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the project site, with sealed bids due by 2:00 p.m. on September 12, 2023. The contract requires completion within sixty (60) calendar days from the homeowner's signature date, with contractors required to complete a minimum of 60% of the work themselves. Bid evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, considering factors such as past performance and current performance on other county contracts. Liquidated damages of $200 per calendar day will be assessed for project delays.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Contractors must submit a comprehensive bid packet including various certifications such as Non-Collusion Affidavit, Anti-Lobbying Certification, Debarment Certification, and Drug-Free Workplace Certification. Sales tax (8% in Horry County, 9% in Myrtle Beach city limits) must be included in unit prices, and all delivery charges should be incorporated into the bid. While specific budget details are not disclosed, the project involves a complete home rehabilitation scope. Bidders are required to provide electronic proposal pricing, active licensing documentation, and a sample Certificate of Insurance. The county reserves the right to accept or reject any bids deemed in the best interest of the county, suggesting flexibility in the procurement process and potential negotiation of contract terms.