MC Riley Sports Complex

The County Council of Beaufort County has issued Request for Qualifications #102826 for the development and implementation of an updated master plan and Phase 1 improvements for the MC Riley Sports Complex in Bluffton, South Carolina. This 12.5-acre community recreation facility, named in honor of a pioneering African-American educator, is slated for significant enhancements including the redesign of three existing baseball fields, the construction of a central pressbox complex with restrooms and concessions, the installation of six new pickleball courts built to USPA standards, the addition of a modern playground, and the creation of interconnected walking trails. The scope of work requires design professionals to address critical infrastructure needs such as site assessment, grading, drainage planning, utility coordination, stormwater management, and ADA accessibility compliance. Interested respondents must submit their proposals electronically through the official Procurement Portal no later than 3:00 pm EST on October 28, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated by a Selection Committee using a points-based scoring method to determine the most advantageous bidder, with the potential for oral presentations if a clear winner is not identified. While performance and payment bonds are not required for professional services, the successful contractor must furnish them within ten days of acceptance. All project funding is subject to annual appropriation by the County Council. The solicitation emphasizes strict adherence to Title VI non-discrimination standards and requires that all proposals remain firm for at least 90 days from the submission deadline.