District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties RFP 2026-021 School Lunch Beverage Program
Lexington School District 5School · Irmo, SC- Due
- Jan 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 19, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lauren Bové
- (803) 476-8182
The 30-second brief
District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties is seeking competitive sealed proposals to contract with a qualified supplier to provide beverage products and merchandisers in accordance with the specifications herein.
Beverage products and merchandisers
Project Approach, Qualifications and Experience, Price, Other benefits
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Summary
District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties is seeking competitive sealed proposals to contract with a qualified supplier to provide beverage products and merchandisers in accordance with the specifications herein.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Project Approach
- Qualifications and Experience
- Price
- Other benefits
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Beverage products and merchandisers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- References
- Offeror's Checklist
- Merchandisers Needed by Location
- Bid Schedule
- W-9
- Certificate of Insurance (COI)
- Submit to
- District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties, Purchasing Office, 1020 Dutch Fork Road, Irmo, SC 29063
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Lexington County, Richland County
- Reported agency
- District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lexington School District 5?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 14, 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: District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties, Purchasing Office, 1020 Dutch Fork Road, Irmo, SC 29063. For questions, contact Lauren Bové.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 RFP 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 Lauren Bové at (803) 476-8182. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Beverage products and merchandisers. 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: "Project Approach, Qualifications and Experience, Price, Other benefits" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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 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 RFP?
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: References, Offeror's Checklist, Merchandisers Needed by Location, Bid Schedule, W-9, Certificate of Insurance (COI). 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: Lexington County, Richland County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.