Install windows & siding at yawkey

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is seeking qualified contractors to complete window and siding installation at the Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center near Georgetown, South Carolina. The procurement is structured as a Request for Quotes (RFQ) with two distinct project lots: Lot 1 involves installing 14 ViWinco S Series windows at house YWC 18, while Lot 2 requires installing Alside's ODYSSEY PLUS PREMIUM VINYL SIDING in Glacier White with Mountain Fern trim. Contractors must possess a valid South Carolina Contractors License and carry specific insurance coverages, including Commercial General Liability, Auto Liability, and Worker's Compensation. A mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for 6/5/2025 at 11:00 am EST, which will require contractors to take a ferry to the island. Offers are due by 6/25/2025 at 10:00 am EST, with the contract award to be posted the same day. The project contract term is estimated from 6/26/2025 to 9/30/2025, with a strict 90-day completion requirement. Pricing will be evaluated on a unit price basis, requiring comprehensive pricing for both labor and materials.

The solicitation includes several state preferences and opportunities for disadvantaged businesses, specifically offering potential tax credits for subcontracting with disadvantaged small businesses. Minority business participation is actively encouraged, with specific documentation requirements for subcontractors. Vendors can qualify for various state preferences, including Resident Vendor, Resident Contractor, and Resident Subcontractor designations, which may provide competitive advantages during evaluation. While no specific budget range was explicitly stated, the project involves window and siding installation across multiple structures within the Yawkey Wildlife Center. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical capability, insurance compliance, and adherence to state procurement regulations. The procurement appears targeted toward small to mid-sized contractors with specific expertise in window and siding installation, particularly those familiar with wildlife center or institutional building environments.