This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Conway, South Carolina. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The City of Conway is accepting sealed bids for development proposals for City owned properties in the Riverfront area on the Waccamaw River located in downtown Conway, SC. Established in 1732, the City of Conway, South Carolina, has had a rich history tied to the Waccamaw River. The river "frames" downtown Conway and was once a key source of trade for the community. Over time, this area has become largely vacant as old riverfront industries have faded. However, the City of Conway has been proactive in reconnecting with the Waccamaw River through the River Walk - a park trail that lines the river and connects to downtown. It has often been said that the next phase of the River Walk is private investment through development. To that end, the City entered into a Public/Private Partnership with the Burroughs Company in 2016. As part of that partnership, the City obtained a large amount of property for public use, including parking, landscaping and other common areas. The City agreed to help facilitate the development of the remaining building sites. Over the last few years, the City has sought developers to partner with for the commercial development of two sites, one at Kingston and Fourth Avenue, one on the Riverfront next to the Bonfire Restaurant. Regrettably, all previous ventures have failed for a variety of reasons including, death, Covid, and a tightening financial market. Any proposal received later than the specified time /date will not be accepted /considered. Before the final selection is made, all evaluation factors will be taken into consideration before awarding a contract for services. City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. All proposals shall be sealed and list the title of the current bid. To mail, please send the bid to: City of Conway c/o Amanda Hooper PO Drawer 1075 Conway, SC 29528-1075 Physical Address: City of Conway c/o Amanda Hooper 2940 Jerry Barnhill Blvd. Conway SC 29527 Please submit Two (2) original response and One (1) digital copy in PDF format on USB. Any negotiated contract is subject requirements provided for in any applicable City of Conway Codes and Ordinances. PURPOSE The Request for Bid ) is for development proposals for City owned properties in the Riverfront area identified as PIN# 36701010061, 36701010060, and 36701010059. Proposals should: 1. Detail the proposed use of the property. o Detailed plans should be included showing any improvements, structures, landscaping, etc. proposed for the site. o How the proposed development will tie into the existing Riverwalk. o How the proposed development will be open to the public and to what extent this will happen. 2. State clearly whether the proposal is seeking to purchase or obtain in fee simple ownership of the site or a lease of the site. If a lease is proposed, outline the length and terms offered by the Proposer for the site. 3. Detail any actions requested of the City to facilitate the proposed activity outlined in the RFP submission. 4. Include any renderings, plans, and details needed to fully explain and strengthen the proposal. Requests for information regarding this Request for Proposals should be directed in writing by either letter or e-mail to the Amanda Hooper (ahooper@cityofconway.com).