Laurens County School District 55 Pest Control Services Best Value Bid OPS-2027-001 - 2026
Laurens School District 55School · Laurens, SC- Due
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 7 years
- Primary contact
- Ashton M. Burns
- (864) 984-3568
The 30-second brief
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD55) is soliciting proposals for a single-award contract for comprehensive, district-wide integrated pest management (IPM), extermination, and wildlife mitigation services under Best Value Bid OPS-2027-001. The scope includes inspections and treatments for insects (cockroaches, ants, bed bugs), stinging insects, rodents, reptiles, and wood-destroying organisms like termites across all district facilities including elementary, middle, and high schools. The contract period is estimated from October 2026 through September 2033, including potential one-year renewals. Evaluation is based on price (60%) and technical factors (40%) including IPM plans, K-12 experience, and safety records. Sealed offers are due September 17, 2026, with a question deadline of September 8, 2026. Required certifications include a South Carolina Commercial Pesticide Business License.
Signed copy of form, (1) original offer, (1) digital copy on USB flash drive, Price Proposal, IPM Plan, K-12 Experience history, Proof of Insurance, W-9
Price Proposal (60 points), Technical Capacity Materials & Licensing (10 points), IPM Plan & Service Reliability (10 points), K-12 Experience & Past Performance (10 points), Regulatory Compliance Safety & Chemical Adherence (5 points), Value-Added Services (5 points)
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Summary
Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD55) is soliciting proposals for a single-award contract for comprehensive, district-wide integrated pest management (IPM), extermination, and wildlife mitigation services under Best Value Bid OPS-2027-001.
The scope includes inspections and treatments for insects (cockroaches, ants, bed bugs), stinging insects, rodents, reptiles, and wood-destroying organisms like termites across all district facilities including elementary, middle, and high schools. The contract period is estimated from October 2026 through September 2033, including potential one-year renewals. Evaluation is based on price (60%) and technical factors (40%) including IPM plans, K-12 experience, and safety records. Sealed offers are due September 17, 2026, with a question deadline of September 8, 2026. Required certifications include a South Carolina Commercial Pesticide Business License.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Signed copy of form
- (1) original offer
- (1) digital copy on USB flash drive
- Price Proposal
- IPM Plan
- K-12 Experience history
- Proof of Insurance
- W-9
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Reference Form (Attachment A)
- Statement of Acceptance (Attachment B)
- Bid Form (Attachment C)
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form
- South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act Affidavit
- Proof of Insurance
- IRS Form W-9
- Submit to
- 301 Hillcrest Drive, Laurens, SC 29360
- Scope location
- Laurens, SC
- Reported agency
- Laurens County School District 55
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Laurens School District 55?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 17, 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: 301 Hillcrest Drive, Laurens, SC 29360. For questions, contact Ashton M. Burns.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Laurens School District 55 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 Bid 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 Ashton M. Burns at (864) 984-3568. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Signed copy of form, (1) original offer, (1) digital copy on USB flash drive, Price Proposal, IPM Plan, K-12 Experience history, Proof of Insurance, W-9. 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 Proposal (60 points), Technical Capacity Materials & Licensing (10 points), IPM Plan & Service Reliability (10 points), K-12 Experience & Past Performance (10 points), Regulatory Compliance Safe..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Laurens School District 55?
All active and historical solicitations from Laurens School District 55 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Laurens School District 55 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 7 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Reference Form (Attachment A), Statement of Acceptance (Attachment B), Bid Form (Attachment C), Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form, South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act Affidavit, Proof of. Review the full document from Laurens School District 55 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Laurens, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.