District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties Fire Suppression and Backflow Services IFB 2026-044
Lexington School District 5School · Irmo, SC- Due
- Jun 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Melissa Kauffman
- (803) 476-8136
The 30-second brief
District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties is soliciting bids under IFB #2026-044 for district-wide inspection, maintenance, and repair services. The scope covers fire extinguishers, kitchen hood fire suppression systems, FM-200 clean agent systems, fire sprinkler systems, and approximately 51 backflow preventer assemblies. Contractors are responsible for performing a comprehensive inventory and providing all necessary testing and maintenance in accordance with NFPA standards. Bids must be submitted in a sealed package by June 16, 2026, at 11:00 am to the Purchasing Office in Irmo, SC. The district will provide the most recent inspection reports to the awarded contractor, though prior backflow test reports are unavailable.
Signed solicitation form, Page Two of solicitation, Sealed bid package
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Summary
District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties is soliciting bids under IFB #2026-044 for district-wide inspection, maintenance, and repair services.
The scope covers fire extinguishers, kitchen hood fire suppression systems, FM-200 clean agent systems, fire sprinkler systems, and approximately 51 backflow preventer assemblies. Contractors are responsible for performing a comprehensive inventory and providing all necessary testing and maintenance in accordance with NFPA standards. Bids must be submitted in a sealed package by June 16, 2026, at 11:00 am to the Purchasing Office in Irmo, SC. The district will provide the most recent inspection reports to the awarded contractor, though prior backflow test reports are unavailable.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Signed solicitation form
- Page Two of solicitation
- Sealed bid package
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Page Two, Amendment Acknowledgement
- Submit to
- Purchasing Office, 1020 Dutch Fork Road, Irmo, SC 29063
- Scope location
- Irmo, SC
- Reported agency
- District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Lexington School District 5?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 16, 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: Purchasing Office, 1020 Dutch Fork Road, Irmo, SC 29063. For questions, contact Melissa Kauffman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Lexington School District 5 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 Melissa Kauffman at (803) 476-8136. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Signed solicitation form, Page Two of solicitation, Sealed bid package. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Lexington School District 5?
All active and historical solicitations from Lexington School District 5 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lexington School District 5 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Page Two, Amendment Acknowledgement. Review the full document from Lexington School District 5 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Irmo, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.