Vessel Gallery Re-Fit

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a Vessel Gallery Re-Fit project for the research vessel "Palmetto," a 110-foot steel hull vessel located in Charleston. The procurement seeks comprehensive services and supplies for galley upgrades, including stainless-steel cabinets with integrated double deep-well sinks, a 23.32 cubic feet reach-in refrigerator, and a 5.87 cubic feet worktop freezer. All equipment must conform to specific spatial constraints, fitting within a 29" x 59" steel door opening, with countertops designed to drain toward the sink and featuring watertight seams. Key procurement dates include a March 15, 2024 deadline for questions and site visit appointments, with the bid opening scheduled for March 28, 2024 at 10:00 AM. The project timeline spans from April 3, 2024, through April 2, 2025, with project completion required by March 15, 2025, and all cabinets and appliances to be on-site by February 16, 2025. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including a signed cover page, completed bidding schedule, minority participation form, potential subcontractor identification, equipment specifications, and proof of insurance coverage.

Bidders must be registered as state vendors and submit offers through the South Carolina procurement portal (www.procurement.sc.gov), with specific provisions for South Carolina resident contractor and subcontractor preferences. The procurement allows for minority business enterprise participation, with contractors required to complete appropriate identification forms. Payment will be structured in three milestone-based installments: delivery of appliances, cabinet installation completion, and full appliance installation, each requiring documented SCDNR approval before invoicing. Standard payment terms are net 30 days from invoice receipt, with SCDNR explicitly stating they will not pay beyond the submitted bid price except for applicable sales tax. The procurement will be overseen by William Guess, the designated procurement officer, who can be contacted at 803-734-3984 or GuessW@dnr.sc.gov. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the bid will be evaluated based on fixed unit prices for six line items covering equipment, supplies, installation, and service, with the estimated award posting date set for April 3, 2024.