Pine Ridge Fire Station 8 Renovations

Darlington County is seeking proposals for the Pine Ridge Fire Station 8 Renovations, a comprehensive interior renovation project located at 2354 W. Old Camden Road in Hartsville, South Carolina. The Request for Proposal (RFP) 03-09-19-2025 invites qualified firms to submit detailed proposals for extensive updates to the fire station, including renovations to the kitchen, office, restrooms, and training area, with required demolition work. Bidders must provide a comprehensive proposal with a detailed cost breakdown covering labor, equipment, materials, permits, and related fees. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with proposals due by 1:00 PM on September 19, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on price, materials used, and warranties, with a local vendor preference that may reduce bid prices by 5% for qualifying local businesses. Firms must demonstrate financial solvency, relevant experience, and compliance with local and state regulations, including appropriate insurance coverage of $1,000,000 for comprehensive general liability and automobile liability.

The procurement has specific requirements for bidder qualifications, including a 5% bid bond for bids over $100,000 and performance and payment bonds. Bidders must comply with the Illegal Immigration Reform Act and Iran Divestment Act, and provide proof of statutory worker's compensation insurance. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the RFP includes a local vendor preference mechanism that could benefit local businesses. The architectural plans, prepared by Jill Fox Architect, indicate a comprehensive renovation focusing on ADA compliance, life safety updates, and modern interior configurations. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the detailed renovation plans suggest a significant investment in modernizing the fire station facility, with careful attention to building codes, accessibility standards, and functional improvements for the Darlington County Fire District.