Splash Pad Repairs

Dorchester County, South Carolina has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB No. 2026-03A) for Splash Pad Repairs at Ashley River Park in Summerville. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive surface repairs on the decorative "river" section of the splash pad, which involves removing existing tile and mortar, mechanically grinding the concrete surface, and applying a high-performance polymeric epoxy/quartz resurfacing system. The project requires a lump sum base bid that encompasses all products, labor, equipment, and services necessary for complete restoration. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2025, at 10:00am at the project site, with the final day for questions on October 24, 2025, and bid opening on November 5, 2025. Contractors must submit detailed documentation including product data sheets, system overviews, warranty documentation, and installer qualifications. The project demands substantial completion within 30 days of the Notice to Proceed, with potential contract renewals for up to four additional one-year terms. Bidders are required to provide unit pricing for additional resurfacing, crack repair, and moisture barrier/sealer to facilitate potential future change orders.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation, with minimum limits ranging from $1,000,000 to $1,000,000 per occurrence, with Dorchester County named as an additional insured. The project requires contractors to submit both a five-year product warranty against defects like peeling, flaking, delamination, and UV degradation, and a five-year workmanship warranty. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the detailed requirements suggest a substantial investment in specialized repair work. Potential bidders must demonstrate technical expertise in applying specialized resurfacing systems, with the ability to use either the specified Belzona 4131/5811 system or an approved equivalent that meets rigorous performance standards. The contract allows for substitution requests, requiring comprehensive documentation to prove technical equivalence or superiority of alternative materials.