County of Lexington - On-Call Institutional and Commercial Fire Sprinklers Maintenance, Repair and Inspection Services - 2027-RFPQ-09 (2026)
Lexington CountyCounty · Lexington, SC- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Linsey Hardy
- (803) 785-8319
The 30-second brief
County of Lexington is seeking sealed professional qualifications for on-call institutional and commercial fire sprinkler maintenance, repair, and inspection services. The scope of work includes parts and service for institutional fire sprinkler systems, maintenance of institutional and commercial fire sprinkler systems, and inspection to ensure compliance with state fire inspection requirements. Qualified vendors must have a minimum of ten years of experience in the fire safety business, with secured facility experience preferred for work within the Detention Center. The initial contract term is two years with the option to extend for three additional one-year periods. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, with a questions deadline of October 20, 2026. A proposal bond of 5% is required.
Qualifications (0-5), Vendor Specification Responses (0-5), References (0-5), Location (0-5)
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Summary
County of Lexington is seeking sealed professional qualifications for on-call institutional and commercial fire sprinkler maintenance, repair, and inspection services.
The scope of work includes parts and service for institutional fire sprinkler systems, maintenance of institutional and commercial fire sprinkler systems, and inspection to ensure compliance with state fire inspection requirements. Qualified vendors must have a minimum of ten years of experience in the fire safety business, with secured facility experience preferred for work within the Detention Center. The initial contract term is two years with the option to extend for three additional one-year periods. Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST, with a questions deadline of October 20, 2026. A proposal bond of 5% is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications (0-5)
- Vendor Specification Responses (0-5)
- References (0-5)
- Location (0-5)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Certificate of Familiarity
- Proposal Bond
- Submit to
- Lexington County IonWave E-Procurement System
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Lexington, SC
- Reported agency
- County of Lexington
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Lexington County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Lexington County IonWave E-Procurement System. For questions, contact Linsey Hardy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Lexington County 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 Linsey Hardy at (803) 785-8319. 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: "Qualifications (0-5), Vendor Specification Responses (0-5), References (0-5), Location (0-5)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lexington County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lexington County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lexington County 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Non-Collusion Affidavit, Certificate of Familiarity, Proposal Bond. Review the full document from Lexington County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lexington, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.