On-call fence repair

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is soliciting bids for an On-Call Fence Repair contract covering fence installation and repair services across seven districts in South Carolina, with specific relevance to Lancaster County. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB #5400027761) seeking contractors capable of providing comprehensive fence repair and installation services, including chain link, woven wire, barbed wire, and ornamental steel picket fences. Bidders can submit proposals for one or more complete district lots, with pricing requested per linear foot for various fence types and additional components like gates, mobilization, and vegetation clearing. The contract is structured as an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity agreement with no guaranteed minimum quantities. Key submission deadlines include a bid submission date of February 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM, with the initial contract term beginning February 28, 2025, and potential for two optional one-year renewals extending the total contract period to February 27, 2028. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder by lot, subject to approval by the South Carolina Transportation Secretary, with pricing required to remain fixed for the initial contract term.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be prepared to work across all counties in South Carolina, coordinating project timelines directly with SCDOT District and County representatives. The contract includes provisions for three line items related to electrical equipment work across subsequent contract years, suggesting potential for expanded scope. While specific budget ranges were not detailed in the available documentation, the contract's on-call nature implies flexibility in project volumes and potential earnings. Contractors should be prepared to comply with Section 4 of the solicitation, which covers construction requirements, including traffic control provisions and protection of highways and public/private properties. The procurement will be conducted entirely online through www.procurement.sc.gov, with Laura Bagwell serving as the procurement officer for any questions or clarifications regarding the solicitation.