This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for South Cove Pavilion Repairs in Oconee County, South Carolina. The scope of work includes removal of existing posts, installation of new foundation, replacement of posts and supports, and reinstallation or replacement of trim. Staining of the structure will be performed by the county. The selected general contractor will be responsible for obtaining a building permit, though standard permit fees will be waived. Any costs associated with reinspections or stop-work orders will be the contractor's responsibility. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Questions must be submitted via email by Tuesday, May 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Quotes are due by Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM and can be submitted via email, fax, or mail. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive vendor. The contractor shall provide proof of insurance coverage and comply with South Carolina laws regarding business authorization, drug-free workplace, and illegal immigration reform. A warranty of one year for defects of workmanship is required. The county intends to issue a statement of award on or about May 29, 2026, with a 10-day period for the contractor to submit signed contract, performance and payment bonds, and certificate of insurance.
The deadline to submit quotes is Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The county intends to issue a statement of award on or about May 29, 2026, and the contractor shall submit signed contract, performance and payment bonds, and certificate of insurance within ten days of receiving the notice of award.
The bid notice states that equipment, goods, and services payment shall be made within 30 days after receipt of equipment, goods and services that are complete and meet all specifications of the RFQ. The county will not make prepayments for any goods or services, and partial payments shall be at the discretion of the procurement director. The successful vendor agrees to accept electronic payment at no extra charge.
The bid notice specifies that upon completion of the work and before final payment is made, the contractor shall furnish the owner a guarantee stating that the contractor shall keep his entire portion of the work in repair, without expense to the owner, as far as concerns defects of workmanship for a period of one year from the date of final certificate unless specified for a longer time elsewhere.
The bid notice states that the contract shall be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive vendors whose quote meets the requirements and criteria set forth in the RFQ. Oconee County reserves the right to waive any technicalities and informalities, and accept or reject any quote as deemed in the best interest of the county.
The bid notice requests proposals from qualified, licensed general contractors. The contractor shall be responsible for obtaining a building permit, and any costs associated with reinspections resulting from failed inspections, as well as any stop-work order fees, shall be the responsibility of the contractor. The contractor must also comply with South Carolina laws regarding business authorization, drug-free workplace, and illegal immigration reform.
The bid notice mentions that any costs associated with reinspections resulting from failed inspections, as well as any stop-work order fees, shall be the responsibility of the contractor and will not be waived.
The bid notice indicates that there will be a non-mandatory site visit on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM at South Cove Park office, **** South Cove Road, Seneca, SC **** is highly recommended that bidders attend this meeting.
Questions must be submitted via email to ***@***. *. * no later than Tuesday, May 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Any changes that may be agreed upon as a result of the site visit or questions will be noted in an addendum to the bid invitation.