2025013-BID3289 Pollard House Renovation

Columbia County, Georgia is seeking bids for the Pollard House Renovation project, a comprehensive restoration and addition initiative transforming a 4,546 square foot historic homestead into a new event venue. The procurement is a public works project requiring a Georgia General Contractor's License and a Columbia County business license. The scope of work includes full renovation of the existing homestead located at 1964 Appling Harlem Road, extensive sitework with parking and landscaping, and construction of a standalone pavilion. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site walkthrough is required for all potential bidders, with electronic bid submissions to be conducted through Bonfire Hub. The bid is due on October 16, 2025, with an estimated total project cost of $2,200,000. Bidders must provide a bid security of 5% of the total bid amount and submit references from at least five previous similar projects. The contract requires completion within 365 consecutive calendar days, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for project delays. Evaluation criteria will likely include technical capability, project understanding, proposed timeline, and overall bid responsiveness.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The project will be awarded to a single prime contractor responsible for all aspects of renovation, with requirements to submit a list of major subcontractors including masonry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, civil site work, and carpentry. Upon bid acceptance, the selected contractor must execute the formal contract within 10 days and provide required surety bonds. The project includes $200,000 in allowances within the base bid, with the total contract value to be specified by the bidder. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project represents a significant public infrastructure investment aimed at preserving a historic property and creating a new community event venue. The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and submitted proposals will remain valid for 60 calendar days after the scheduled closing time.