Richland County Design-Build Services for Consolidated Emergency Operations Center (EOC) - RC-806-RFQu-26
Richland CountyCounty · Columbia, SC- Due
- Jul 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cynthia Kestner
- (803) 576-2404
The 30-second brief
Richland County is soliciting Statements of Qualifications and Proposals from qualified Design-Builders for a turnkey Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to be located within an existing County facility. The selected firm will serve as the sole source responsible for the entire project lifecycle, including architectural programming, design, and construction management. The Design-Builder will hold all contracts for designers, trade contractors, and suppliers, excluding owner-provided special inspections. This project is identified as RC-806-RFQu-26 and is subject to funding availability. Proposals are due by July 7, 2026, at 2020 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC. A Notice of Interest is required by June 25, 2026.
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Summary
Richland County is soliciting Statements of Qualifications and Proposals from qualified Design-Builders for a turnkey Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to be located within an existing County facility.
The selected firm will serve as the sole source responsible for the entire project lifecycle, including architectural programming, design, and construction management. The Design-Builder will hold all contracts for designers, trade contractors, and suppliers, excluding owner-provided special inspections. This project is identified as RC-806-RFQu-26 and is subject to funding availability. Proposals are due by July 7, 2026, at 2020 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC. A Notice of Interest is required by June 25, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Statements of Qualifications, Proposals
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- AFFIDAVIT_OF_PAYMENT
- AFFIDAVIT_OF_RELEASE
- CONSENT_OF_SURETY
- CONTRACTOR_WARRANTY_FORM
- FINAL_WAIVER_OF_LIEN
- Submit to
- 2020 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC, 20204
- Scope location
- Columbia, SC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Richland County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 7, 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: 2020 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC, 20204. For questions, contact Cynthia Kestner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Richland 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 RFQ 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 Cynthia Kestner at (803) 576-2404. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statements of Qualifications, Proposals. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Richland County?
All active and historical solicitations from Richland County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Richland 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 RFQ?
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: AFFIDAVIT_OF_PAYMENT, AFFIDAVIT_OF_RELEASE, CONSENT_OF_SURETY, CONTRACTOR_WARRANTY_FORM, FINAL_WAIVER_OF_LIEN. Review the full document from Richland 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: Columbia, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.