S-70 Stuart Point Road Sidewalk

The S-70 Stuart Point Road Sidewalk Project, issued by Beaufort County Procurement Services under solicitation IFB 102226, involves the construction of a new 8-foot wide sidewalk approximately 2 miles in length. The project extends from the US 21 Trask Parkway intersection to the Seacrest Lane, Delaney Circle, and Abdullah Lane intersection, providing critical pedestrian connectivity to Whale Branch Elementary and Middle Schools. While the design primarily utilizes existing right of way, some new right of way may be acquired for tree preservation and drainage improvements. The engineer's estimate for the main construction is 1,950,500 dollars, with an additional 8,335 dollars estimated for BJWSA utility relocation. Bids must be submitted electronically by October 22, 2026, at 3:00 pm, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. The project requires a 180-day delivery timeline and adherence to SCDOT 2025 Standard Specifications for Highway Construction and ADA guidelines. Because the project is funded in part by the Community Development Block Grant Program, contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management and comply with Davis-Bacon Act labor standards and Title VI non-discrimination requirements. Mandatory submissions include a 5 percent bid bond, certifications regarding the Build America, Buy America Act, and the South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act. The contractor is responsible for hiring an independent testing laboratory for all required inspections and must submit a progress schedule two weeks before starting work. Environmental constraints prohibit tree felling between December 15 to February 15 and April 15 to July 30 to protect bat species. Additionally, the prime contractor must submit monthly compliance status reports regarding small and minority business participation. Awarded contractors must provide performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract amount and ensure all subcontractors are SAM registered.