City of Charleston Magnolia Bridge Maintenance IFB 2026 - CPXXXX
City of Charleston cityCity · Charleston, SC- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- Mac Gandy
- (843) 724-7315
The 30-second brief
The City of Charleston is soliciting bids for the cleaning and renovation of the Magnolia Bridge, located at 1419 Petty Street. The work includes debris removal and cleaning of storm drains, replacing missing storm drain grates, hand-cleaning and sanding of wooden top handrails with penetrating oil sealer application, water-jetting of the bridge deck and sidewalk to remove graffiti, pressure washing of barriers and metal guardrails with epoxy primer and Kynar exterior railing coating application, masonry primer and anti-graffiti topcoat on jersey barriers, and re-striping with thermoplastic traffic-rated paint. A mandatory on-site pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM at 1419 Petty Street. Sealed bids are due by Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM at 823 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403, with an estimated construction cost range of $350,000 to $450,000. The project includes a 20% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation guideline and requires bid security, performance bonds, and payment bonds.
Cleaning and renovation of Magnolia Bridge, Including storm drain cleaning and debris removal, Storm drain grates replacement, Wooden top handrail cleaning and sealing, Water-jetting bridge deck and sidewalk, Pressure washing barriers and metal guardrails, Epoxy priming and Kynar coating application, Masonry primer and anti-graffiti topcoat application, And thermoplastic traffic-rated striping.
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Summary
The City of Charleston is soliciting bids for the cleaning and renovation of the Magnolia Bridge, located at 1419 Petty Street.
The work includes debris removal and cleaning of storm drains, replacing missing storm drain grates, hand-cleaning and sanding of wooden top handrails with penetrating oil sealer application, water-jetting of the bridge deck and sidewalk to remove graffiti, pressure washing of barriers and metal guardrails with epoxy primer and Kynar exterior railing coating application, masonry primer and anti-graffiti topcoat on jersey barriers, and re-striping with thermoplastic traffic-rated paint. A mandatory on-site pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM at 1419 Petty Street. Sealed bids are due by Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM at 823 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403, with an estimated construction cost range of $350,000 to $450,000. The project includes a 20% Small Business Enterprise (SBE) participation guideline and requires bid security, performance bonds, and payment bonds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Cleaning and renovation of Magnolia Bridge
- Including storm drain cleaning and debris removal
- Storm drain grates replacement
- Wooden top handrail cleaning and sealing
- Water-jetting bridge deck and sidewalk
- Pressure washing barriers and metal guardrails
- Epoxy priming and Kynar coating application
- Masonry primer and anti-graffiti topcoat application
- Thermoplastic traffic-rated striping
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Local Vendor Recognition Affidavit
- Bid Bond
- SBE Compliance Provision Forms
- Affidavits A and B or Affidavit C
- Certificate of Insurance
- Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
- Submit to
- 823 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403
- Scope location
- Charleston, SC
- Reported agency
- City of Charleston
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Charleston city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 823 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403. For questions, contact Mac Gandy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Charleston city in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Mac Gandy at (843) 724-7315. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cleaning and renovation of Magnolia Bridge, Including storm drain cleaning and debris removal, Storm drain grates replacement, Wooden top handrail cleaning and sealing, Water-jetting bridge deck and sidewalk, Pressure washing barriers and metal guardrails, Epoxy priming and Kynar coating application. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Charleston city?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Charleston city are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Charleston city regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Local Vendor Recognition Affidavit, Bid Bond, SBE Compliance Provision Forms, Affidavits A and B or Affidavit C, Certificate of Insurance, Performance Bond, Payment Bond. Review the full document from City of Charleston city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Charleston, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.