Provide design build services for the construction of a new fire rescue station

Clarendon County, South Carolina, is seeking design-build services for the construction of Fire Rescue Station #2, located on US Highway 378 in Turbeville. The Request for Proposals (RFP) requires a turn-key facility of approximately 7,350 square feet, with a comprehensive design-build approach that includes site development, architectural design, and full construction services. Proposals were due by 5:00 PM on October 23, 2023, and will be evaluated across five key criteria: prior specialized experience (30 points), project delivery performance (25 points), project manager and team experience (15 points), references (10 points), and price (20 points). The project requires a pre-engineered timber column structure with prefinished metal roofing and siding panels, and the successful offeror must manage all permits, fees, personnel, labor, materials, and equipment necessary for project completion. Comprehensive environmental and geotechnical assessments have been completed, including wetland determinations, cultural resource surveys, and biological evaluations, which will inform the design and construction process.

The procurement appears open to qualified design-build firms without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The total project budget is estimated not to exceed $1.2 million, with the county reserving the right to interview responding firms and negotiate with the highest-ranked proposer. The contract will require payment and performance bonds for 100% of the agreed contract amount, with payments processed on a Net 30 basis following invoice submission. Warranty requirements are extensive, with the building manufacturer required to provide warranties ranging from one to fifty years covering various structural components, including preservative-treated lumber, framework, roofing, and siding panels. The site, a 3-acre parcel, has been thoroughly investigated for environmental conditions and found suitable for development, with no significant environmental risks identified. The project will result in a modern fire rescue facility featuring multiple apparatus bays, dormitory spaces, day room, kitchen, multipurpose room, and supporting areas to serve the Turbeville community.