Richland 2 Year On Call Bridge Repair

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (Solicitation 540025299) for a two-year on-call bridge repair contract covering Richland County and portions of Lexington County. The solicitation seeks qualified contractors to provide comprehensive bridge maintenance services, including bridge deck expansion joint replacements/repairs, deck repair, soil stabilization, and slab leveling. Contractors must be prepared to furnish all necessary labor, tools, equipment, supervision, and materials to complete specified repair work, with complete responsibility for material removal and disposal. The procurement timeline requires bidders to submit questions by May 23, 2023, at 12:00 PM, with final bid submissions due on June 6, 2023, at 2:30 PM. SCDOT anticipates awarding the contract on July 18, 2023, with a contract period running from July 31, 2023, through July 30, 2025. Pricing must be submitted in unit prices for each line item in U.S. dollars, excluding sales or use taxes, and must comply with AASHTO specifications and accepted industry standards.

The solicitation does not indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential bidders must be registered as South Carolina vendors and comply with state procurement regulations, including requirements for independent price determination, debarment status, drug-free workplace certification, and ethics compliance. While no specific incumbent vendor information is provided, contractors will be expected to work under SCDOT's direct supervision and potentially integrate with existing transportation infrastructure. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range or total contract value, instead providing estimated quantities in the bidding schedule with the understanding that actual work volumes may vary based on SCDOT's specific repair needs. Contractors should be prepared to mobilize quickly and provide flexible, responsive bridge repair services across Richland and Lexington counties during the two-year contract period.