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Charleston County School District - Capital Building and Maintenance Program Management Services - CP2701, 2026

Charleston County School District logoCharleston County School District
Due
Dec 2, 2026
29 days left
Posted
Oct 28, 2026
Contract term
6 years
Primary contact
Debra Coen
(843) 566-1982

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

The Charleston County School District is soliciting sealed qualifications for program management services for its Phase VI 2029-2035 capital building and maintenance program and long-term debt projects. The selected firm will manage approximately $1.2 billion of capital construction and maintenance projects over six years, including new school construction, school replacements, major renovations and modernizations, additions, site development, athletic facilities, and IT infrastructure. Services include financial management, budget administration, cost estimating, design phase management, procurement support, construction phase management, and risk management utilizing Tyler Munis and dashboard reporting systems. Proposals are due by December 2, 2026, with questions due by November 3, 2026.

What you must deliver

Program management services for Phase VI capital building and maintenance program and long-term debt projects; single source centralized program dashboard; financial management and budget administration; cost estimating and cost controls; design phase management; procurement support; construction phase management; risk management

How it's scored

Relevant Past Performance of the Firm (25 points), Technical Qualifications/Experience of Key Personnel (25 points), Technical Approach (25 points), Capacity and Staffing (15 points), Program Controls and Financial Systems (10 points), Interviews Phase II (25 points)

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Summary

The Charleston County School District is soliciting sealed qualifications for program management services for its Phase VI 2029-2035 capital building and maintenance program and long-term debt projects.

The selected firm will manage approximately $1.2 billion of capital construction and maintenance projects over six years, including new school construction, school replacements, major renovations and modernizations, additions, site development, athletic facilities, and IT infrastructure. Services include financial management, budget administration, cost estimating, design phase management, procurement support, construction phase management, and risk management utilizing Tyler Munis and dashboard reporting systems. Proposals are due by December 2, 2026, with questions due by November 3, 2026.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Relevant Past Performance of the Firm25 pts
Technical Qualifications/Experience of Key Personnel25 pts
Technical Approach25 pts
Capacity and Staffing15 pts
Program Controls and Financial Systems10 pts
Interviews Phase II25 pts

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

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  • Program management services for Phase VI capital building and maintenance program and long-term debt projects
  • Single source centralized program dashboard
  • Financial management and budget administration
  • Cost estimating and cost controls
  • Design phase management
  • Procurement support
  • Construction phase management
  • Risk management

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

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  • Federal Standard Form 330 Architect-Engineer and Related Services Questionnaire
  • South Carolina Construction Manager's License
  • Charleston County Business License

REQUIRED STAFFING

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Principal in chargeProgram directorProject managerQuality assurance managerCost estimatorSchedulerFinancial controller
Submit to
https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ccsd/projects/320633/document?projectId=CP2701
Scope location
North Charleston, SC

Questions about this RFQ

How do I respond to this RFQ from Charleston County School District?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ccsd/projects/320633/document?projectId=CP2701. For questions, contact Debra Coen.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?

Most government agencies, including Charleston County School District in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.

What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?

After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.

Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?

Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Debra Coen at (843) 566-1982. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What staffing is required for this project?

This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: principal in charge, program director, project manager, quality assurance manager, cost estimator, scheduler, financial controller. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Program management services for Phase VI capital building and maintenance program and long-term debt projects; single source centralized program dashboard; financial management and budget administration; cost estimating and cost controls; design phase management; procurement support; construction ph. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.

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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?

This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Relevant Past Performance of the Firm (25 points), Technical Qualifications/Experience of Key Personnel (25 points), Technical Approach (25 points), Capacity and Staffing (15 points), Program Controls..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Charleston County School District?

All active and historical solicitations from Charleston County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Charleston County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

What is the contract term for this solicitation?

The anticipated contract term is 6 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.

Is this solicitation still open for submissions?

Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.

What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?

Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Federal Standard Form 330 Architect-Engineer and Related Services Questionnaire, South Carolina Construction Manager's License, Charleston County Business License. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Charleston County School District for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: North Charleston, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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