City of Isle of Palms - Beach Renourishment Sand Fencing and Dune Vegetation - RFB 2026-08
City of Isle of PalmsCity · Isle of Palms, SC- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Douglas Kerr
- (843) 886-6412
The 30-second brief
The City of Isle of Palms is seeking bids from qualified contractors to furnish and install sand fencing and dune vegetation for the active beach renourishment project across Reaches 1, 2, and 3. The work includes approximately 228,000 individual plants (60% sea oats, 30% bitter panic grass, 10% morning glory planted on an 18-inch by 18-inch grid) and 10,992 linear feet of nominal 4-foot-high wood-slat sand fencing in paired 10-foot sections. Phase 1 covers Reaches 1 and 2 (expected October 2026, 21-day completion) and Phase 2 covers Reach 3 (expected after January 31, 2027, 30-day completion). Bids are due by September 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time, with questions due September 11, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Bidders must hold or procure an Isle of Palms Business License and meet insurance, licensing, and Title 8 Chapter 14 compliance requirements.
Phase 1 mobilization - Reaches 1 and 2, Reach 1 - Sea oats, Reach 1 - Bitter panic grass, Reach 1 - Morning glory, Reach 1 - Sand fence, Reach 2 - Sea oats, Reach 2 - Bitter panic grass, Reach 2 - Morning glory, Reach 2 - Sand fence, Phase 2 mobilization - Reach 3, Reach 3 - Sea oats, Reach 3 - Bitter panic grass, Reach 3 - Morning glory, Reach 3 - Sand fence
Price, responsiveness, qualifications, relevant experience, technical approach, plant and material suitability, references, scheduling capability, ability to execute the work in two phases
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Summary
The City of Isle of Palms is seeking bids from qualified contractors to furnish and install sand fencing and dune vegetation for the active beach renourishment project across Reaches 1, 2, and 3.
The work includes approximately 228,000 individual plants (60% sea oats, 30% bitter panic grass, 10% morning glory planted on an 18-inch by 18-inch grid) and 10,992 linear feet of nominal 4-foot-high wood-slat sand fencing in paired 10-foot sections. Phase 1 covers Reaches 1 and 2 (expected October 2026, 21-day completion) and Phase 2 covers Reach 3 (expected after January 31, 2027, 30-day completion). Bids are due by September 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time, with questions due September 11, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Bidders must hold or procure an Isle of Palms Business License and meet insurance, licensing, and Title 8 Chapter 14 compliance requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Price
- Responsiveness
- Qualifications
- Relevant experience
- Technical approach
- Plant and material suitability
- References
- Scheduling capability
- Ability to execute the work in two phases
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Phase 1 mobilization - Reaches 1 and 2
- Reach 1 - Sea oats
- Reach 1 - Bitter panic grass
- Reach 1 - Morning glory
- Reach 1 - Sand fence
- Reach 2 - Sea oats
- Reach 2 - Bitter panic grass
- Reach 2 - Morning glory
- Reach 2 - Sand fence
- Phase 2 mobilization - Reach 3
- Reach 3 - Sea oats
- Reach 3 - Bitter panic grass
- Reach 3 - Morning glory
- Reach 3 - Sand fence
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- BID FORM
- Unit-price Bid Agreement
- Fertilization plan
- Addenda acknowledgment
- Isle of Palms Business License
- Certificates of insurance
- Submit to
- City Hall, 1207 Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms, South Carolina 29451
- Scope location
- Isle of Palms, SC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Isle of Palms?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 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: City Hall, 1207 Palm Boulevard, Isle of Palms, South Carolina 29451. For questions, contact Douglas Kerr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Isle of Palms 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 Douglas Kerr at (843) 886-6412. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Phase 1 mobilization - Reaches 1 and 2, Reach 1 - Sea oats, Reach 1 - Bitter panic grass, Reach 1 - Morning glory, Reach 1 - Sand fence, Reach 2 - Sea oats, Reach 2 - Bitter panic grass, Reach 2 - Morning glory, Reach 2 - Sand fence, Phase 2 mobilization - Reach 3, Reach 3 - Sea oats, Reach 3 - Bitt. 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: "Price, responsiveness, qualifications, relevant experience, technical approach, plant and material suitability, references, scheduling capability, ability to execute the work in two phases" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Isle of Palms?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Isle of Palms are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Isle of Palms regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: BID FORM, Unit-price Bid Agreement, fertilization plan, addenda acknowledgment, Isle of Palms Business License, certificates of insurance. Review the full document from City of Isle of Palms for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Isle of Palms, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.