Summerville ES Partial Roof Replacement & District Office Exterior Wall Repairs

Dorchester School District Two is soliciting sealed competitive bids under solicitation IFB-2627-007 for a partial roof replacement at Summerville Elementary School and exterior wall repairs at the District Office in Summerville, South Carolina. The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of low-slope roofing systems across four distinct areas, masonry repointing, replacement of damaged brick units, and the repair of concrete sills and corroded decks. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, and supervision to ensure a watertight system, including a 20-year warranty. All work must comply with the State Building Code and 2010 ADA Standards. A non-mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for October 13, 2026, and the deadline for bid submissions is November 2, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder who meets mandatory minimum qualifications, including five years of proven experience with similar projects and all required professional licenses. Bidders must submit a detailed narrative statement of qualifications, a bid bond of at least five percent of the base bid, and a Minority Participation Affidavit. The project incorporates various AIA documents and specific project manual forms for performance and payment bonds, warranties, and change proposals. Because the work occurs on an active school site, the contractor must adhere to strict student safety and security policies. Evaluation of responsibility may include a review of the bidder's financial reliability, equipment, personnel, and the qualifications of any proposed subcontractors.