Commercial Real Estate Realtor Services

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQu)
Commercial Real Estate Realtor Services
City of North Myrtle Beach, Horry County, SC
2026-015AB
The City of North Myrtle Beach is seeking statements of qualifications from qualified
commercial real estate professionals or firms to provide commercial real estate brokerage and
advisory services, with an emphasis on the marketing and sale of City-owned commercial land
and other real property in the City of North Myrtle Beach, Horry County, SC.
Questions Due: Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
Proposals Due: Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
The City of North Myrtle Beach reserves the right to waive informalities and to accept or reject any or all
Bids, and to award the contract in its best interests. For documents register FREE at
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE
1.00 ............................................................................................................................ 6
II. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1.00 Disclaimer ......................................................................................................... 11
2.00 Receipt of Proposals ......................................................................................... 11
3.00 Withdrawal of Proposals ................................................................................... 12
4.00 Registration of Offerors .................................................................................... 12
5.00 Disqualification of Offerors .............................................................................. 13
6.00 Corrections Made by Offeror ............................................................................ 13
7.00 Evaluation of Proposals .................................................................................... 13
8.00 Evaluation Criteria ............................................................................................ 13
9.00 Basis for Award ................................................................................................ 14
10.00 Finalist Presentations ....................................................................................... 14
11.00 Contracting ........................................................................................................ 15
12.00 Amendments ..................................................................................................... 15
13.00 Owner Responsibility to Proposal .................................................................... 15
14.00 Terminology ...................................................................................................... 15
15.00 Proprietary/Confidential Information .............................................................. 15
16.00 Ownership of Material ...................................................................................... 16
17.00 Discussions/Negotiations .................................................................................. 16
18.00 Minimum Qualifications ................................................................................... 16
19.00 Notification of Intent or Statement of Award ................................................... 16
III. CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENTS
1.00 Offeror Responsibility ...................................................................................... 18
2.00 SC Law Clause .................................................................................................. 18
3.00 Compliance with Laws ..................................................................................... 18
4.00 Indemnification ................................................................................................. 19
5.00 South Carolina Sales Tax ................................................................................. 19
6.00 Governing Law ................................................................................................. 19
7.00 Attorney Fees .................................................................................................... 19
8.00 Assignment and Modification ........................................................................... 20
9.00 Force Majeure ................................................................................................... 20
10.00 Subcontracting .................................................................................................. 20
11.00 Drug-Free Workplace ....................................................................................... 20
12.00 Payment Terms ................................................................................................. 20
13.00 Non-Appropriation ............................................................................................ 21

IV. SPECIAL PROVISIONS
1.00 Changes ............................................................................................................. 23
2.00 Insurance ........................................................................................................... 23
V. PROPOSAL PRESENTATION
1.00 Delivery of Proposals ........................................................................................ 26
2.00 Order of Presentation ........................................................................................ 26
VI. ATTACHMENTS
Sec. 10-59 Local Vendor Preference .............................................................................. 29
Section 8-14-10 Form ..................................................................................................... 30
Non-Collusion Affidavit ................................................................................................. 31
Certificate of Familiarity ................................................................................................ 32
Drug-Free Workplace Certification ................................................................................ 33
Bidder Registration Form (Optional) ............................................................................. 34
No Bid Response Form .................................................................................................. 35

City of North Myrtle Beach
Commercial Real Estate Realtor Services
NUMBER 2026-015AB
Questions Due: Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
Proposals Due: Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
Virtual Submission Portal: www.BidNetDirect.com
Purchasing Agent: City of North Myrtle Beach
Attn: Amber Bell, Purchasing Agent
Fleet-Facilities-Purchasing Offices
1120A 2nd Avenue South Rm 107
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
(843)280-5696
NAME AND ADDRESS OF BIDDER:
Name of Bidder:
Address:
City, State, Zip Code
Phone Number:
Email Address:
PROPOSAL MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ITS ENTIRETY. DO NOT REMOVE OR ADD
PAGES TO THIS DOCUMENT. DOCUMENT MUST BE RECEIVED THROUGH THE
VIRTUAL BIDDING PLATFORM KNOWN AS BIDNET DIRECT AT
WWW.BIDNETDIRECT.COM. NO OTHER FORMS OF SUBMISSION WILL BE
CONSIDERED.

I. INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE

Introduction and Scope of Qualifications Request
1. PURPOSE
The City of North Myrtle Beach is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from qualified commercial
real estate professionals or firms to provide commercial real estate brokerage and advisory services,
with an emphasis on the marketing and sale of City-owned commercial land and other real property.
The City is seeking a Realtor/Firm with extensive knowledge of the Grand Strand commercial real
estate market and a demonstrated record of successfully completing commercial land transactions.
The City reserves the right to negotiate the final scope of services and compensation with the selected
Realtor/Firm.
2. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered for this RFQu, the respondent must:
a. Have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in commercial real estate sales in the Grand
Strand;
b. Demonstrate a proven track record in commercial land sales;
c. Maintain all licenses required by the State of South Carolina to provide the requested services;
and
d. Provide a minimum of three (3) professional references for comparable commercial real estate
services.
e. Respondents shall also identify and describe any experience providing similar services to
municipalities, counties, state agencies, special purpose districts, or other public entities.
3. SCOPE OF SERVICES
The selected Realtor/Firm may be asked to provide commercial real estate brokerage and advisory
services for City-owned property. Services may include:
a. Evaluating the marketability and highest and best use of property;
b. Providing market analysis and recommendations regarding pricing and positioning;
c. Developing and implementing a marketing strategy;
d. Listing and marketing property to qualified purchasers;
e. Utilizing local, regional, and national marketing resources, as appropriate;
f. Identifying and contacting potential buyers, developers, and investors;
g. Coordinating property showings and responding to inquiries;

h. Providing regular updates regarding marketing activity, inquiries, showings, and market
feedback;
i. Assisting the City with evaluating and negotiating offers;
j. Coordinating with City staff, attorneys, appraisers, surveyors, engineers, and other
professionals as necessary; and
k. Assisting with due diligence and closing activities.
The specific scope of services will be established in the final agreement between the City and the
selected Realtor/Firm.
4. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
Statements of Qualifications should be organized in the following order:
A. Cover Page
Include the firm name, primary contact, address, telephone number, email address, RFQu
number, and date of submission.
B. Table of Contents
Provide a table of contents for the submission.
C. Firm Qualifications and Experience
Provide a brief overview of the firm and its qualifications, including:
i. Years of experience in commercial real estate;
ii. Years of experience in commercial real estate sales within the Grand Strand;
iii. Relevant commercial sales experience; and
iv. Qualifications and experience that demonstrate the firm's ability to successfully
represent the city.
D. Commercial Land Sales Experience
Provide examples of completed commercial land transactions that demonstrate the firm's
experience and success.
For each example, include, when available:
i. General location;
ii. Property type and approximate size;
iii. Approximate transaction value;

iv. Date of sale; and
v. The firm's role in the transaction.
E. Key Personnel
Identify the individual(s) who will be primarily responsible for providing services to the city.
Include each individual's qualifications, years of experience, relevant commercial land sales
experience, and role in the proposed engagement.
F. Grand Strand and Public Entity Experience
Describe the firm's knowledge and experience in the Grand Strand commercial real estate
market.
Also identify and briefly describe any experience working with municipalities or other public
entities. If the firm has no public entity experience, please state so.
G. Proposed Approach
Describe the firm's proposed approach to representing the city, including:
i. Evaluating and positioning property for sale;
ii. Establishing pricing recommendations;
iii. Marketing the property and maximizing exposure;
iv. Identifying qualified buyers;
v. Identifying potential areas of concern or barriers;
vi. Utilizing the firm's Grand Strand and broader commercial real estate network;
vii. Communicating with City staff and providing regular updates;
viii. Assisting with negotiations; and
ix. Coordinating due diligence and closing activities.
H. References
Provide a minimum of three (3) professional references for comparable services. Include the
organization, contact name, title, telephone number, email address, and a brief description of
the services provided.
I. Conflicts of Interest
Identify any actual or potential conflicts of interest that may affect the firm's ability to represent
the city.

J. Proposed Compensation
Provide the proposed commission structure or compensation methodology, including any
additional fees or expenses that may be charged to the city.
K. Attachments - RFQu Forms
5. PAGE LIMIT
Statements of Qualifications shall not exceed twenty (20) pages.
The Cover Page and Table of Contents will not count toward the 20-page limit. All other information,
including resumes, references, exhibits, and attachments, will count toward the page limit.
Submissions exceeding the page limit may be considered non-responsive.
6. EVALUATION CRITERIA
Statements of Qualifications will be evaluated using the following criteria:
Evaluation Criteria Points
Firm Qualifications and Commercial Real Estate Experience 20
Proven Commercial Land Sales Experience and Track Record 20
Proposed Approach and Market Strategy 20
Grand Strand Market Knowledge and Experience 15
Key Personnel and Relevant Experience 10
Experience with Public Entities 5
References 5
Proposed Compensation and Overall Value 5
TOTAL 100
The City may consider factors including the respondent's demonstrated qualifications, relevant
experience, successful commercial land transactions, understanding of the Grand Strand market,
proposed approach, references, and compensation.

7. SELECTION PROCESS
Statements of Qualifications will be reviewed and evaluated by a city selection committee.
The City may, at its discretion:
i. Request additional information or clarification;
ii. Contact references;
iii. Conduct interviews with one or more respondents;
iv. Negotiate the scope of services and compensation with the highest-ranked respondent;
v. Reject any or all submissions;
vi. Waive minor informalities; or
vii. Take any other action deemed to be in the best interest of the city.
Selection will be based on the respondent determined to be the most qualified and best suited to meet the
city's needs. The city is not obligated to select the respondent offering the lowest commission or fee.