Dorchester County On-Call Combination Sewer Vacuum Truck Services IFB 2027-04
Dorchester CountyCounty · St. George, SC- Due
- Aug 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Steven Ricker
- (843) 501-9195
The 30-second brief
Dorchester County is soliciting bids for On-Call Combination Sewer Vacuum (Vactor) Truck Services to support the County's Water & Sewer Department on an as-needed basis for scheduled maintenance, emergency response, equipment failures, sewer system repairs, wastewater treatment operations, and lift station maintenance. Services include sanitary sewer cleaning, high-pressure jet cleaning of gravity sewer mains, removal of roots, grease, sediment, and debris, wet well cleaning, pump and haul operations, and 24/7/365 emergency utility response. Equipment requirements include a minimum 9 cubic yard debris tank capacity and 500 feet of jetting hose. The submission deadline is August 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by August 18, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with up to four additional one-year renewal options.
Combination Sewer Vacuum Truck with Operator/Crew – Normal Business Hours, Combination Sewer Vacuum Truck with Operator/Crew – Outside Normal Business Hours, Including Weekends and County-Observed Holidays, Minimum Billable Hours per Service Call
Price, lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
Dorchester County is soliciting bids for On-Call Combination Sewer Vacuum (Vactor) Truck Services to support the County's Water & Sewer Department on an as-needed basis for scheduled maintenance, emergency response, equipment failures, sewer system repairs, wastewater treatment operations, and lift station maintenance.
Services include sanitary sewer cleaning, high-pressure jet cleaning of gravity sewer mains, removal of roots, grease, sediment, and debris, wet well cleaning, pump and haul operations, and 24/7/365 emergency utility response. Equipment requirements include a minimum 9 cubic yard debris tank capacity and 500 feet of jetting hose. The submission deadline is August 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by August 18, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with up to four additional one-year renewal options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Combination Sewer Vacuum Truck with Operator/Crew – Normal Business Hours, Combination Sewer Vacuum Truck with Operator/Crew – Outside Normal Business Hours, Including Weekends and County-Observed Holidays, Minimum Billable Hours per Service Call
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Proposal
- Vendor Questionnaire
- Subcontractor Data Form
- Vendor Preference Affidavit
- Insurance Certificate
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/dorchestercountysc
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Saint George, SC
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Dorchester County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 20, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/dorchestercountysc. For questions, contact Steven Ricker.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Dorchester 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 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 Steven Ricker at (843) 501-9195. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Combination Sewer Vacuum Truck with Operator/Crew – Normal Business Hours, Combination Sewer Vacuum Truck with Operator/Crew – Outside Normal Business Hours, Including Weekends and County-Observed Holidays, Minimum Billable Hours per Service Call. 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: "Price, lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dorchester County?
All active and historical solicitations from Dorchester County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Dorchester 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 1 year. 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: Bid Proposal, Vendor Questionnaire, Subcontractor Data Form, Vendor Preference Affidavit, Insurance Certificate. Review the full document from Dorchester 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: Saint George, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.