Opportunity
Charleston Civicplus #26-P021R
Dock and Marine Structure Inspection and Maintenance Services for City of Charleston
Posted
September 10, 2026
Respond By
October 06, 2026
Identifier
26-P021R
NAICS
237990
This opportunity from the City of Charleston, SC, seeks qualified marine contractors for dock and marine structure inspection and maintenance. - Government Buyer: - City of Charleston, Procurement Division - Contact: Robin B. Robinson - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; solicitation targets Specialty Marine Contractors licensed by the South Carolina Contractor’s Licensing Board - Products/Services Requested: - Dock and Marine Structure Inspection and Maintenance Services - Includes annual and semi-annual inspections, maintenance, repairs, cleaning, dive inspections, post-storm assessments - Services cover floating docks, fixed piers, and marine structures at multiple city-owned locations (Maritime Center, Demetre Park, Water Taxi, Northbridge Park, Brittle Bank Park Pier & Higgins Pier, Ft. Pemberton, 1717 Wappoo Rd) - Pricing is time and materials; materials billed at cost plus up to 17% - Key roles: Marine Supervisor/Inspector, Marine Crew, Dive Team - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractors must have at least 7 years of continuous experience in marine structure installation, repair, and maintenance - Must carry Longshoreman’s insurance for employees working on navigable waters or adjoining areas - Specialty Marine Contractor license from South Carolina Contractor’s Licensing Board required - Services are provided on a semi-annual, as-needed basis, with post-storm inspections included - No specific product part numbers or quantities; focus is on service delivery and contractor qualifications
Description
The City of Charleston, South Carolina is seeking proposals from Specialty Marine Contractors licensed by the South Carolina Contractor’s Licensing Board for dock and marine structure inspection and maintenance. Qualified contractors must have at least 7 years of continuous experience in installing, repairing, and maintaining all types of docks, including floating and fixed pier structures, and must have Longshoreman’s insurance for employees working on navigable waters. The work involves semi-annual, as-needed services for various City-owned docks and marine structures at multiple locations including the Maritime Center, Demetre Park, and others. Proposals are due by October 6, 2026, and questions must be submitted by September 21, 2026.