Residence renovation-colleton state park

The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) has issued a Best Value Bid Solicitation for a comprehensive renovation of a ranger residence at Colleton State Park in Walterboro, South Carolina. The project encompasses complete renovation and repair, including mold abatement, exterior and interior work, foundation construction, electrical and plumbing systems replacement, and related construction activities. Mandatory qualifications for bidders include a General Contractor's License, submission of three comparable company references, and three project overviews from the past five years demonstrating similar scope. The bid evaluation will be weighted across multiple factors: Price Proposal (60 points), Industry and Program Experience (15 points), Prior Record of Performance (10 points), Vendor Expertise (10 points), and Reliability of Delivery (5 points). Key procurement dates include a pre-bid conference on January 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Colleton State Park, with written questions due by January 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Offers must be submitted online by January 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with the award anticipated to be posted on February 5, 2026. The project is expected to be completed within 90 to 120 days of receiving the purchase order.

The solicitation indicates potential preferences for South Carolina resident vendors, resident contractors, and resident subcontractors, which must be claimed by line item if applicable. Bidders are required to maintain a South Carolina vendor number and register in the SCEIS system. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the procurement follows standard state contract terms regarding insurance requirements, liability limitations, and compliance with laws. All work must utilize new materials and be delivered F.O.B. destination to Colleton State Park. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the comprehensive nature of the renovation—including structural work, electrical and plumbing systems replacement, roofing, interior finishes, and specialized masonry work—suggests a substantial project investment. The solicitation requires contractors to adhere to detailed technical specifications for various construction elements, including concrete, masonry, roofing, sheet rock, and rough carpentry, indicating a complex and technically demanding renovation project.