Animal Care Services - Shelter Flooring Installation

Greenville County is seeking sealed proposals from General Contractors to provide and install flooring for the Greenville County Animal Care Services (GCAC) facilities located at 328 Furman Hall Road in Greenville, South Carolina. The project involves replacing existing flooring-currently a mix of sealed concrete, VCT tile, ceramic tile, and epoxy-coated concrete-with a durable, high-quality flooring solution for two buildings: Building 1 (Animal Adoptions) and Building 2 (Animal Receiving). The new flooring must be moisture-resistant, scratch-resistant, and capable of withstanding frequent cleaning using accelerated hydrogen peroxide, stiff-bristle brushes, water hoses, and squeegees. Contractors will be evaluated on responsiveness, ability to meet specifications, experience with similar projects, material quality, project timeline, warranty, cost, and references. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2024, at 11:00 am, with proposals due by November 5, 2024, at 3:00 pm. The contract is expected to be awarded on November 19, 2024, with a tentative Notice to Proceed on December 3, 2024. The project will be executed in two phases during January and February 2025 to minimize disruption to shelter operations, which handles 8,000-10,000 animals annually.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Contractors with experience in animal care or shelter environments are strongly encouraged to submit proposals. The project requires a bid bond and performance/payment bond, and contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), and worker's compensation. While a specific total project budget is not explicitly stated, the RFP indicates that the total project is valued at approximately 40% of the total contract value. The solicitation includes a Sample Services Agreement that allows for potential contract renewals and establishes clear payment terms. Contractors will need to complete a Substitute Form W-9 and comply with local regulations, including the South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act. The project aims to enhance the shelter's functionality, improve health and safety standards, and contribute to the facility's overall aesthetic while providing a resilient flooring solution for a high-traffic animal care environment.