Trail Design and Construction Services

Greenville County is seeking proposals for professional trail design and construction services to develop a soft surface, single-track trail of approximately 1.5 miles at Southside Park in Simpsonville, South Carolina. The project must adhere to US Forest Service Trail Class 3 Design Parameters, with wet drainage crossings constructed using native rock armoring. All work must comply with ADA Title II accessibility guidelines and OSHA safety requirements for trenching and excavation. Proposals are due by November 24, 2026, and will be evaluated based on responsiveness, project-specific methods and scheduling, experience, pricing, and references. The contract requires the successful bidder to provide a bid bond of 5% of the bid price, as well as performance and payment bonds that remain in effect for one year after completion. Payment is processed via monthly invoices, with the County withholding 10% of each payment until the project is satisfactorily completed. Final acceptance is contingent upon the correction of all punch list deficiencies within 14 days and the delivery of a GPS track of the completed trail. The agreement includes a liquidated damages penalty of $250 per calendar day for delays and allows for termination for convenience with 60 days' notice.