Charleston County School District Elevators and Chairs Lifts Inspection Maintenance and Repair - 2027-IFB-059 (2026)
Charleston County School DistrictSchool · Charleston, SC- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Josh Gadsden
- (843) 743-2537
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Charleston County School District is seeking bids for elevator and chair lift inspection, maintenance, and repair services covering 78 elevators and chairlifts across multiple schools and facilities in Charleston, SC. The contract includes quarterly inspections, preventive maintenance programs, safety inspections, CAT 1 and CAT 5 testing, 24-hour emergency call back service, and OEM repair parts with a single-fixed percentage discount. Proposals are to be submitted through the Procurement Portal no later than 2:00 pm on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Evaluation will be based on price competitiveness (60%), company structure and resources (20%), prior performance (10%), and specification conformance (10%). Bidders must be authorized to operate in South Carolina and provide certificates of insurance.
Quarterly inspection charge, Labor rate (normal business hours), Labor rate (non-normal business hours), CAT 1 test charge, CAT 5 test charge, Percent markup on parts/materials
Price Competitiveness - 60%, Company Structure and Resources - 20%, Prior Performance on Comparable Work - 10%, Conformance of Bid to Bid Request Specifications - 10%
SUMMARY
Charleston County School District is seeking bids for elevator and chair lift inspection, maintenance, and repair services covering 78 elevators and chairlifts across multiple schools and facilities in Charleston, SC. The contract includes quarterly inspections, preventive maintenance programs, safety inspections, CAT 1 and CAT 5 testing, 24-hour emergency call back service, and OEM repair parts with a single-fixed percentage discount.
Proposals are to be submitted through the Procurement Portal no later than 2:00 pm on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Evaluation will be based on price competitiveness (60%), company structure and resources (20%), prior performance (10%), and specification conformance (10%). Bidders must be authorized to operate in South Carolina and provide certificates of insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price Competitiveness - 60%
- Company Structure and Resources - 20%
- Prior Performance on Comparable Work - 10%
- Conformance of Bid to Bid Request Specifications - 10%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Quarterly inspection charge
- Labor rate (normal business hours)
- Labor rate (non-normal business hours)
- CAT 1 test charge
- CAT 5 test charge
- Percent markup on parts/materials
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Insurance, Bid Signature Page
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/ccsd
- Scope location
- North Charleston, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Charleston County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 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. For questions, contact Josh Gadsden.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 Bid 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 Josh Gadsden at (843) 743-2537. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quarterly inspection charge, Labor rate (normal business hours), Labor rate (non-normal business hours), CAT 1 test charge, CAT 5 test charge, Percent markup on parts/materials. 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: "Price Competitiveness - 60%, Company Structure and Resources - 20%, Prior Performance on Comparable Work - 10%, Conformance of Bid to Bid Request Specifications - 10%" 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 22, 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 Bid?
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: Certificate of Insurance, Bid Signature Page. 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.