Project would include procurement and installation of the generator, automatic transfer switch, and all associated electrical materials, wire, conduit, circuits and controls. The project would also include all accompanying construction work to include interior wall and ceiling work associated with installation activities, sidewalk work, and construction of the generator cement pad and architectural screen wall.
Beaufort County is seeking bids for one new, current-production compact wheeled excavator capable of excavation, loader-bucket operation, pallet handling, and use of skid-steer attachments. The bid includes a loader bucket, digging bucket, pallet forks, and skid-steer plate adapter, and requires the machine to be delivered fully assembled and operational with specified performance and safety features. Electronic bids are due October 21, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern; the vendor must also provide bid documentation and demonstrate the specified machine capabilities.
Beaufort County is seeking bids for one new, current-production compact wheeled excavator capable of excavation, loader-bucket operation, pallet handling, and use of skid-steer attachments. The bid includes a loader bucket, digging bucket, pallet forks, and skid-steer plate adapter, and requires the machine to be delivered fully assembled and operational with specified performance and safety features. Electronic bids are due October 21, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern; the vendor must also provide bid documentation and demonstrate the specified machine capabilities.
Sole Source:Only if the solution is truly proprietary with vendor exclusivity; work with Procurement Services to document justification.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, BuyBoard, OMNIA Partners, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Beaufort County, SC reserves sole source for highly specialized public works with documented vendor exclusivity, making approval a high bar. Do not lead with this path. If your offering is truly proprietary and unique, coordinate with the Procurement Services office to document the justification and required approvals. No specific sole source dollar threshold is cited here.
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Beaufort County, SC uses cooperative purchasing and is a confirmed member of Sourcewell and BuyBoard, which the county code allows to bypass formal sealed bids for larger purchases (e.g., over $50,000). Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Beaufort County Keep Beaufort County Beautiful Board Board Meeting
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed updates from the Beautification and Education and Outreach subcommittees. Key topics included the status of beautification initiatives at Wigon Point, the installation of signage along Route 278, potential signage at the airport, and the acquisition of crepe myrtles for median planting. Additionally, the board reviewed education and outreach activities, including updates to the website's landing page functionality and merchandise procurement.
Beaufort County Executive Committee Meeting Transcript
Date: Oct 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed potential changes to the county council meeting schedule, including options for meeting locations to better serve constituents across the county. There was a debate regarding the start time for meetings and whether to shift presentations to the end of the agenda to prioritize business items. The members also explored technological solutions, such as improving Zoom capabilities and remote public participation, to increase accessibility and efficiency for public comments and committee operations.
Beaufort County Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
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The board addressed a variance request regarding the installation of two retaining walls on a residential property. The applicants requested relief from river buffer regulations to allow for the structures, citing the steep topographical slope of the land as an exceptional condition and noting the necessity of the project to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities. The discussion covered the applicants' admission that the walls were constructed without proper permitting due to a misunderstanding of building codes, as well as a debate over staff-recommended conditions, specifically regarding mandated vegetation replanting and the removal of an existing fence, which the applicant's counsel argued were outside the board's jurisdiction.
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