Butler Springs Erosion Control

Greenville County is seeking a contractor for the Butler Springs Erosion Control project at Butler Springs Park, a 10-acre public recreational facility located at 301 Butler Springs Road in Greenville, South Carolina. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB #26031) for comprehensive erosion mitigation and site remediation, including stabilizing the embankment above athletic field #1, repairing the storm drain outfall, and addressing a sinkhole condition. The project requires precise coordination to minimize disruption to park operations and public access to recreational facilities, with work to be completed within 120 consecutive calendar days. Key deliverables include mobilization, construction site signage, hydroseeding, asphalt sawcutting, storm drain pipe installation, construction fencing, and sediment control measures. Bidders must be licensed in South Carolina and provide a 5% bid bond, comprehensive insurance coverage ($1,000,000 general and automobile liability), and proof of worker's compensation. The bid was released on September 19, 2025, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for October 7, 2025, at 11:30am, and bid submissions due by October 17, 2025, at 3:00 pm, with a tentative award date of October 27, 2025.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must comply with the South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act and provide references, company background, current licenses, and certifications. The project will be awarded as a unit price contract, with 21 distinct line items covering various construction and infrastructure tasks. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the contract will involve comprehensive site remediation with detailed engineering specifications prepared by Davis & Floyd, Inc. Liquidated damages are set at $150 per day for delays beyond the specified 120-day completion timeframe. The contractor will be required to submit a performance and payment bond equal to the total contract price and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage. Payment terms indicate the county will withhold 10% from each payment until project completion, and the total contract value will be determined based on the unit prices submitted by the winning bidder.