Greenville County Fire Protection & Water Line (Underground Fire-Service Line) - RFP #27024 (2026)
Greenville County, Greenville County, SC·County
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- Primary Contact
- Anthony Dawson · (864) 467-4954
- Scope Location
- Greenville, SC
- Submission Address
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/greenvillecounty
SUMMARY
Greenville County is seeking sealed proposals for fire protection and water line services, specifically including an underground fire-service line, automatic fire sprinkler system, and building-wide addressable fire alarm system. Proposals may be submitted for one or more service categories (fire sprinkler, fire alarm, or underground fire-service line), and the County may award each category separately or to a single contractor. The project involves work at an active fire station (Tigerville Fire Department) located in Travelers Rest, South Carolina. Key requirements include NFPA 13 and NFPA 72 compliance, South Carolina contractor licenses, a 5% bid bond, performance and payment bonds, and comprehensive insurance coverage. The submission deadline is October 16, 2026, at 3:00 pm, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting scheduled for September 29, 2026. Inquiries are due by October 7, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsiveness to this RFP (16.7%), Cost (16.7%), References (16.7%), Experience of Same or Similar Projects (16.7%), Proposed Approach and Scope of Work (16.7%), Schedule (16.7%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Mobilization, Bonds, Permits, And coordination with Blue Ridge Rural Water Company; Water tap fee / charge; Excavation, Trenching, Bedding, Backfill, And compaction; Underground fire-service pipe, Fittings, Restraint, And corrosion protection; Sidewalk / pavement cutting and restoration; Building penetration, Sleeve, And interior stub-up; Flushing, Hydrostatic testing, Inspections, As-built documentation, And closeout package; Indoor backflow prevention assembly; Sprinkler riser assembly; Fire department connection; Aboveground sprinkler piping, Fittings, Hangers, Supports, And seismic bracing; Sprinkler heads, Guards, And escutcheons; Sprinkler-side monitoring devices; Cutting, Coring, Firestopping, Patching, And finish restoration; Removal / approved abandonment of existing fire alarm system; Fire alarm control unit and power supplies; Initiating devices (smoke, Heat, CO, Duct detection); Manual pull stations; Notification appliances; Sprinkler monitoring interface; Wiring, Raceway, Conduit, And supports; Communicator / equipment and programming for cutover
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
COG Sub W9, Sample Services Agreement, Bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%), Certificate of Insurance, References
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Greenville County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/greenvillecounty. For questions, contact Anthony Dawson.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Responsiveness to this RFP (16.7%), Cost (16.7%), References (16.7%), Experience of Same or Similar Projects (16.7%), Proposed Approach and Scope of Work (16.7%), Schedule (16.7%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Greenville County?
All active and historical solicitations from Greenville County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Greenville County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 16, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: COG Sub W9, Sample Services Agreement, Bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%), Certificate of Insurance, References. Review the full document from Greenville County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Greenville 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 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 Anthony Dawson at (864) 467-4954. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Greenville, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mobilization, Bonds, Permits, And coordination with Blue Ridge Rural Water Company; Water tap fee / charge; Excavation, Trenching, Bedding, Backfill, And compaction; Underground fire-service pipe, Fittings, Restraint, And corrosion protection; Sidewalk / pavement cutting and restoration; Building pe. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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