Construct New Turbeville Branch Library

Clarendon County, South Carolina is procuring a construction contract for the new Turbeville Branch Library, a one-story public library facility located at 1178 Smith Street. The project involves constructing a 6,256 square foot library building with comprehensive architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems. Sealed bids will be received until 2:00 PM on October 2, 2025, at the Clarendon County Procurement Office, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Turbeville Fire Station. General contractors must be licensed in South Carolina and will be required to submit a bid guaranty of 5% of the base bid. The project specifications include detailed requirements for construction, adhering to 2018-2021 International Building Code standards, with a base bid and an optional alternate for roof materials. The contract has a total duration of 365 calendar days from the date of commencement, and bidders must comply with local codes and engineering specifications prepared by multiple consulting firms including Craig Gaulden & Davis, Steward Engineering, and Palmetto Structural Engineering.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified general contractors in South Carolina, with no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises noted in the documentation. The project will utilize multiple engineering consultants and includes a $15,000 allowance for room signs and building-mounted letters. While a specific total project budget is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive construction documentation and detailed specifications suggest a significant investment in public infrastructure. The library design emphasizes accessibility, with careful attention to ADA compliance and modern facility requirements. The project includes sophisticated systems such as a wet pipe fire sprinkler system designed to NFPA-13 (2019) standards, energy-efficient LED lighting that exceeds 2009 IECC requirements, and a comprehensive mechanical system with split system heat pump units. Bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in public building construction, ability to meet strict building codes, and capability to complete the project within the specified 365-day timeframe.