LCDA Midway Industrial Park - Pond Dredging

The Liberty County Development Authority (LCDA) in Liberty County, Georgia is requesting sealed proposals for dredging services at Midway Industrial Park, with proposals due August 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a mandatory pre-proposal conference on July 23 at 1:00 p.m. at LCDA offices in Hinesville.

The scope covers removal and dewatering of sludge from two 0.8-acre storage ponds, each with approximately 2 feet of sludge depth, and disposal in accordance with applicable regulations. The contractor bears responsibility for all labor, materials, equipment, permits, insurance, erosion control, traffic control, survey, and testing services. The LCDA anticipates project completion by December 15, 2026.

Proposals will be evaluated on a 175-point scale: proposed price conformity (50 points), prior experience performing similar contracts (50 points), qualifications and experience of assigned personnel (40 points), and financial strength relative to construction cost (10 points). Minority and women-owned business enterprise (MWBE) participation can earn up to 15 points, and local preference can earn up to 10 points. Cost proposals will only be evaluated for offerors achieving a minimum aggregate score of 85 points on non-cost criteria.

Each offeror must submit a proposal bond equal to at least 10 percent of the total contract price, issued by a Georgia-licensed surety company with an "A" minimum rating. Proof of required insurance coverage is mandatory, including workers' compensation, general liability, automobile liability, and excess umbrella liability in specified amounts. The RFP is subject to the Georgia Local Government Public Works Construction Law and the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act, with compliance verification required.

Written questions are due August 5, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. All proposals remain binding for 60 days following opening. Contract execution is expected within 15 calendar days of conditional notice of award.