College of Charleston - Branded Rugs Rental, Cleaning, and Exchange Services - 2027-SDM-000000376-IFB-T5 (2026)
College Of CharlestonHigher Ed · Charleston, SC- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Susan Dick-McKeon
- (843) 953-5555
The 30-second brief
The College of Charleston is seeking proposals for branded rug rental, cleaning, and exchange services across various campus facilities including Beatty Center, Treasurer's Office, J.C. Long Building, Multicultural Center, Calhoun Annex, Rita Hollings Science Center, Bell Building, Lightsey Center Annex, Student Health Center, Maybank Hall, Lightsey Center, Johnson Center, Silcox P.E. and Health Center, Thaddeus Street Education Center, and Rober Scott Small Building in Charleston, South Carolina. The contract includes logo mats of various sizes such as 3' x 5', 4' x 6', 6' x 8', 3' x 4', 3' x 6', and 6' x 10' for a term of up to 5 years starting August 1, 2026. Bids are due by July 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM EDT. Requirements include SC Non-Resident Taxpayer Registration Affidavit Form I-312, Iran Divestment Act certification, professional references, and compliance with SC Resident Vendor Preferences.
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Summary
The College of Charleston is seeking proposals for branded rug rental, cleaning, and exchange services across various campus facilities including Beatty Center, Treasurer's Office, J.C. Long Building, Multicultural Center, Calhoun Annex, Rita Hollings Science Center, Bell Building, Lightsey Center Annex, Student Health Center, Maybank Hall, Lightsey Center, Johnson Center, Silcox P.E. and Health Center, Thaddeus Street Education Center, and Rober Scott Small Building in Charleston, South Carolina.
The contract includes logo mats of various sizes such as 3' x 5', 4' x 6', 6' x 8', 3' x 4', 3' x 6', and 6' x 10' for a term of up to 5 years starting August 1, 2026. Bids are due by July 31, 2026 at 9:00 AM EDT. Requirements include SC Non-Resident Taxpayer Registration Affidavit Form I-312, Iran Divestment Act certification, professional references, and compliance with SC Resident Vendor Preferences.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
SC Non-Resident Taxpayer Registration Affidavit Form I-312
- Submit to
- https://ebid.cofc.edu
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Charleston, SC
- Reported agency
- College of Charleston
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from College Of Charleston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://ebid.cofc.edu. For questions, contact Susan Dick-McKeon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including College Of Charleston 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 IFB 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 Susan Dick-McKeon at (843) 953-5555. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from College Of Charleston?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: SC Non-Resident Taxpayer Registration Affidavit Form I-312. Review the full document from College Of Charleston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Charleston, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.