Orangeburg County Transportation for Fixed Routes RFP FY26-0519
Orangeburg CountyCounty · Orangeburg, SC- Due
- May 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jamie McClary
- (803) 533-6121
The 30-second brief
Orangeburg County is seeking proposals for rural public transportation services under the 'Cross County Connection' transit system. Services include fixed routes for Downtown Circular and a commuter/fixed route bus service between Orangeburg and Calhoun Counties. Bidders must provide their own routing, dispatching, and billing systems, as well as their own fleet of vehicles.
Transportation services, Data collection, Monthly backup documentation, Routing system, Dispatching system, Billing system, Fleet of vehicles
Compliance with Scope of Work and Bidder Qualifications, Total cost to be incurred to the County, Bidder record of performances and integrity, Ability to deliver in a timely manner
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Summary
Orangeburg County is seeking proposals for rural public transportation services under the 'Cross County Connection' transit system.
Services include fixed routes for Downtown Circular and a commuter/fixed route bus service between Orangeburg and Calhoun Counties. Bidders must provide their own routing, dispatching, and billing systems, as well as their own fleet of vehicles.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Compliance with Scope of Work and Bidder Qualifications, Total cost to be incurred to the County, Bidder record of performances and integrity, Ability to deliver in a timely manner
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Transportation services
- Data collection
- Monthly backup documentation
- Routing system
- Dispatching system
- Billing system
- Fleet of vehicles
- Submit to
- Procurement Office, 3rd Floor, Finance Dept., 1437 Amelia Street, Orangeburg, S.C.
- Scope location
- Orangeburg County, Calhoun County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Orangeburg County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Procurement Office, 3rd Floor, Finance Dept., 1437 Amelia Street, Orangeburg, S.C.. For questions, contact Jamie McClary.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Orangeburg 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 Jamie McClary at (803) 533-6121. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transportation services, Data collection, Monthly backup documentation, Routing system, Dispatching system, Billing system, Fleet of vehicles. 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: "Compliance with Scope of Work and Bidder Qualifications, Total cost to be incurred to the County, Bidder record of performances and integrity, Ability to deliver in a timely manner" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Orangeburg County?
All active and historical solicitations from Orangeburg County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Orangeburg County 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 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. Review the full document from Orangeburg 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: Orangeburg County, Calhoun County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.