Pine Ridge Fire Station 8 Renovations (Re-Advertised)

Darlington County is seeking proposals for the Pine Ridge Fire Station 8 Renovations through Request for Proposal (RFP) 03-09-19-2025, located at 2354 W. Old Camden Road in Hartsville, South Carolina. The project involves comprehensive interior renovation, including demolition and reconstruction of kitchen, office, restrooms, and training areas. Specific renovation requirements include replacing wood studs with metal studs, updating electrical and HVAC systems, installing new outlets, and modifying plumbing infrastructure. Bidders must demonstrate financial solvency, relevant experience, and knowledge of applicable regulations. The county will evaluate responses based on price, materials quality, and warranties, with a local vendor preference that allows a 5% bid price reduction for qualifying vendors. Proposals are due by 1:00 PM on October 10, 2025, and can be submitted via Bidnet Direct, mail, or hand-delivery to the Darlington County Procurement office. A pre-bid conference was previously held on August 27, 2025, to provide additional project details and answer potential contractor questions.

The procurement opportunity includes specific vendor requirements and restrictions, such as mandatory insurance coverage including comprehensive general liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), automobile liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), and statutory worker's compensation. Contractors bidding on projects over $100,000 must provide a 5% bid bond, and the successful bidder will be required to submit performance and payment bonds. The project emphasizes compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including the Illegal Immigration Reform Act and Iran Divestment Act. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the local vendor preference suggests potential advantages for local businesses. The architectural plans, prepared by Jill Fox Architect and dated 08/03/25, provide detailed specifications for the renovation, including ADA-compliant restroom designs, wall type schedules, and precise interior modification requirements. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive renovation scope suggests a substantial project investment for modernizing the fire station's infrastructure and functionality.