College of Charleston Branded Rugs Rental, Cleaning, and Exchange Services IFB 2027-SDM-000000376-IFB-T5
College Of CharlestonHigher Ed · Charleston, SC- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Susan Dick-McKeon
- (843) 953-5555
The 30-second brief
The College of Charleston is soliciting bids under Invitation for Bid (IFB) number 2027-SDM-000000376-IFB-T5 for branded rug rental, cleaning, and exchange services. The scope includes providing, cleaning, and exchanging various sizes of logo mats (3'x5', 4'x6', 6'x8', 6'x10') across multiple campus locations including the Beatty Center, Treasurer's Office, J.C. Long Building, Multicultural Center, Calhoun Annex, Rita Hollings Science Center, Bell Building, Lightsey Center, Student Health Center, Maybank Hall, Johnson Center, Silcox P.E. and Health Center, Thaddeus Street Education Center, and Robert Scott Small Building. The contract features an initial one-year term with potential renewals through July 31, 2031. Bids were due by July 31, 2026, via email to Susan Dick-McKeon.
Branded rug rental, Cleaning services, Rug exchange services
SC Resident Vendor Preference, SC Resident Contractor Preference
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Summary
The College of Charleston is soliciting bids under Invitation for Bid (IFB) number 2027-SDM-000000376-IFB-T5 for branded rug rental, cleaning, and exchange services.
The scope includes providing, cleaning, and exchanging various sizes of logo mats (3'x5', 4'x6', 6'x8', 6'x10') across multiple campus locations including the Beatty Center, Treasurer's Office, J.C. Long Building, Multicultural Center, Calhoun Annex, Rita Hollings Science Center, Bell Building, Lightsey Center, Student Health Center, Maybank Hall, Johnson Center, Silcox P.E. and Health Center, Thaddeus Street Education Center, and Robert Scott Small Building. The contract features an initial one-year term with potential renewals through July 31, 2031. Bids were due by July 31, 2026, via email to Susan Dick-McKeon.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
SC Resident Vendor Preference, SC Resident Contractor Preference
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Branded rug rental
- Cleaning services
- Rug exchange services
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Charleston, SC
- Reported agency
- College of Charleston
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from College Of Charleston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Susan Dick-McKeon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Susan Dick-McKeon at (843) 953-5555. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Branded rug rental, Cleaning services, Rug exchange services. 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: "SC Resident Vendor Preference, SC Resident Contractor Preference" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from College Of Charleston?
All active and historical solicitations from College Of Charleston are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, College Of Charleston 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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. 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.