Design/Build New Sheriff's Joint Training Facility

Clarendon County, South Carolina is seeking a design-build contractor for a new Sheriff's Joint Training Facility through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The project involves constructing a 32' x 52' building (approximately 1,664 square feet) located at 1 Wastewater Lane in Manning, with comprehensive engineering and architectural services required. Qualified firms must provide all necessary permits, personnel, labor, materials, and equipment to complete the facility, which will include specific features such as double metal doors, an electrical panel, a future restroom, and a service sink. The proposal submissions are due by 3:00 PM on September 12, 2025, and will be evaluated across four key criteria: firm qualifications (0-30 points), technical approach (0-15 points), project management (0-15 points), and pricing (0-40 points). A registered Professional Engineer must be responsible for design integration and approval, with all work performed in compliance with the 2000 International Building Code and Clarendon County regulations. The county reserves the right to interview respondents and will technically rank proposals before evaluating pricing.

The procurement opportunity does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the County as an additional insured and maintain appropriate licensing for all work. The total project budget is under $200,000, with payment terms set at Net 30 and invoices submitted to Clarendon County Finance/Accounts Payable. The county will apply an 8% South Carolina sales tax rate and is exempt from Federal Excise Taxes. Successful contractors will be required to provide payment and performance bonds covering 100% of the contract amount. Liquidated damages of $200 per calendar day will be assessed for any delays beyond the contract completion date. The project includes additional infrastructure requirements, such as a grinder sewage pump station designed to handle domestic wastewater, with specific technical specifications for pump systems and wet well construction.