Opportunity Alert: Bid for Clements Ferry Road Gateway Maintenance Project

Charleston County Government extends a formal invitation to qualified and experienced contractors for Bid #24-B003, focusing on comprehensive maintenance services for the vital Clements Ferry Road Gateway. This significant project aims to ensure the continued aesthetic appeal and functionality of a key public entrance point, involving routine landscape care, efficient irrigation system management, and proactive litter control.

The scope of work for this contract encompasses a range of essential services designed to uphold the pristine condition of the gateway.

This includes regular landscape maintenance, which ensures the health and beauty of all planted areas. Contractors will also be responsible for the meticulous operation and maintenance of the existing irrigation system, crucial for sustaining the landscape. Furthermore, the contract mandates consistent litter removal and other related services necessary to maintain a welcoming and well-kept appearance for this prominent entry.

Prospective prime contractors are required to attend a mandatory pre-bid conference to gain a thorough understanding of the project's intricacies and requirements.

This essential meeting is scheduled for August 29, 2023, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, and will be held at 4045 Bridge View Drive, North Charleston, SC 29405, specifically in the 3rd Floor Conference Room 3.01. This session provides a critical opportunity for clarity and direct engagement regarding the project's scope.

All inquiries and questions pertaining to this Invitation to Bid must be submitted in writing by 12:00 PM Eastern Time on September 5, 2023.

This ensures that all clarifications are addressed comprehensively and made available to all potential bidders. Final sealed bids must be delivered to the Charleston County Government Procurement Department, located at 4045 Bridge View Drive, Suite B-300, North Charleston, SC 29405, no later than 2:00 PM Eastern Time on September 19, 2023.

Comprehensive bid documents, including detailed specifications, terms, and conditions, are accessible directly from the Charleston County Procurement Department website.

Interested parties should visit www.charlestoncounty.org/procurement/index.php and navigate to the "Bids & Proposals" section to download the full solicitation package. It is imperative that all contractors intending to submit a bid are formally registered with the Charleston County Procurement Department.

Bidders are reminded of the stringent requirements for this project, including the necessity for a 5% Bid Security, a 100% Performance Bond, and a 100% Payment Bond.

Adherence to South Carolina law requiring proper contractor licensing is also strictly enforced. Charleston County Government strongly encourages participation from certified Minority and Women Business Enterprises (M/WBEs). Furthermore, compliance with the E-Verify system for employment verification is mandatory for all awarded contracts.

For any additional information or specific queries, please direct your communication to the Charleston County Procurement Department.

They can be reached by phone at 843-958-4721. This is a valuable opportunity for skilled contractors to partner with Charleston County in maintaining key public infrastructure.