Wimbee Creek Fishing Pier Design for Demolition and New Pier

Beaufort County Procurement Services is seeking qualifications from engineering and design firms for the Wimbee Creek Fishing Pier Design for Demolition and New Pier project (RFQ #052225). The procurement is a qualifications-based selection process for comprehensive design services involving the complete demolition of an existing fishing pier and the design of a new pier with associated improvements. Specific project deliverables include demolition plans, design plans for a new fishing pier with a covered pavilion and floating crabbing dock, parking and boat ramp facility improvements, site survey, geotechnical analysis, engineering design, and necessary permitting services. The evaluation will be based on five key criteria: experience (25 points), capability (25 points), budget control (20 points), design approach (15 points), and familiarity with Beaufort County (15 points), with each criterion scored up to 100 points. Key dates include a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting on May 7, 2025, at 2:00 pm (EST), with proposal submissions due on May 22, 2025, at 3:00 pm (EST) through the Procurement Portal.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to negotiate with qualified firms, with the contract to be awarded based on the most advantageous proposal. Funding for the project is contingent on County Council appropriations, and the contract can be terminated without penalty if sufficient funds are not allocated. Proposing firms must comply with various requirements, including specific insurance provisions and non-discrimination policies. While no specific budget range is detailed in the available documentation, the project involves comprehensive design and engineering services for a significant infrastructure improvement. Firms will need to demonstrate technical capability, relevant experience in pier and marine infrastructure design, and a thorough understanding of local environmental and regulatory considerations.