City of Summerville Issues Request for Bids for Outdoor Basketball Court Pavilion

The City of Summerville has issued a Request for Bids (RFB) for the construction and installation of an Outdoor Basketball Court Clear-Span Pavilion.

According to city officials, sealed bids for RFB-2026-120 – Outdoor Basketball Court Pavilion will be accepted at Summerville City Hall, 120 Georgia Avenue, until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2026. All bids must remain valid for 60 business days and comply with the conditions outlined in the bid documents.

Bids will be opened publicly at 2:00 p.m. on March 6 in the City Hall Council Room. While bids will be opened that day, the City notes that no award will be made immediately, allowing designated officials adequate time to review all submissions.

To be considered, bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the outside with:
“RFB-2026-120 – Outdoor Basketball Court Pavilion.”
Any bids received after the deadline will not be accepted. The City of Summerville emphasized that it is not responsible for late submissions, regardless of delivery method or cause.

Interested contractors can access full bid specifications and requirements through the official bid document provided by the City of Summerville. Click here for Bid Document

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City officials say the sewer expansion will improve service capacity for current customers and future development, helping reduce dependence on septic systems where city sewer access becomes available. The project is expected to deliver long-term benefits by improving sanitation reliability and positioning Summerville for continued residential and commercial needs.

Work crews will be active along portions of the route as the extension progresses. Drivers and nearby residents are encouraged to use caution around work zones and watch for any temporary access changes while construction continues.

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