Richland County - Dirt Road Package R Construction Services - RC-823-B-27 (2026)
Richland CountyCounty · Columbia, SC- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Deramus Forrester
- (803) 206-1055
The 30-second brief
Richland County is seeking electronic bids from qualified licensed contractors for the Dirt Road Package R Project (RC-823-B-27) under the Richland County Sales Tax Transportation Improvement Program. The scope of work includes complete sitework, clearing and grubbing, demolition, unclassified excavation, borrow excavation, sub-base, earth base and aggregate base courses, hot mix asphalt, pavement markings, signage, storm drainage piping and structures, grassing, and erosion control measures across multiple designated roads including George Robertson Rd, N Hask Jacobs Rd, Robert McKenzie Rd, Smith Myers Rd, Tally Adams Rd, Taylor Arch Rd, and Net Dean Rd. The contract term is 365 days to substantially complete the project following the Notice to Proceed. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled via Microsoft Teams on November 24, 2026, and question inquiries due by December 1, 2026. Bids require a 5% bid bond or certified check, adherence to an 8% Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) utilization goal, and compliance with prevailing wage, drug-free workplace, and insurance requirements.
Clearing and grubbing, Demolition, Unclassified excavation, Borrow excavation, Sub-base, Earth base and aggregate base courses, Hot mix asphalt, Pavement markings, Signage, Storm drainage piping and structures, Grassing and erosion control measures
Bid total, responsiveness, SLBE participation goal compliance, qualification requirements
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Summary
Richland County is seeking electronic bids from qualified licensed contractors for the Dirt Road Package R Project (RC-823-B-27) under the Richland County Sales Tax Transportation Improvement Program.
The scope of work includes complete sitework, clearing and grubbing, demolition, unclassified excavation, borrow excavation, sub-base, earth base and aggregate base courses, hot mix asphalt, pavement markings, signage, storm drainage piping and structures, grassing, and erosion control measures across multiple designated roads including George Robertson Rd, N Hask Jacobs Rd, Robert McKenzie Rd, Smith Myers Rd, Tally Adams Rd, Taylor Arch Rd, and Net Dean Rd. The contract term is 365 days to substantially complete the project following the Notice to Proceed. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled via Microsoft Teams on November 24, 2026, and question inquiries due by December 1, 2026. Bids require a 5% bid bond or certified check, adherence to an 8% Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) utilization goal, and compliance with prevailing wage, drug-free workplace, and insurance requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Bid total
- Responsiveness
- SLBE participation goal compliance
- Qualification requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Clearing and grubbing
- Demolition
- Unclassified excavation
- Borrow excavation
- Sub-base
- Earth base and aggregate base courses
- Hot mix asphalt
- Pavement markings
- Signage
- Storm drainage piping and structures
- Grassing and erosion control measures
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Bid bond or certified check
- SLBE Participation Form
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Prompt Payment Certification
- Illegal Immigration Certification
- Commercial Nondiscrimination Certification
- Familiarity Certification
- Subcontractor Participation Form
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/richlandcountysc
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Columbia, SC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Richland County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 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/richlandcountysc. For questions, contact Deramus Forrester.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Deramus Forrester at (803) 206-1055. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Clearing and grubbing, Demolition, Unclassified excavation, Borrow excavation, Sub-base, Earth base and aggregate base courses, Hot mix asphalt, Pavement markings, Signage, Storm drainage piping and structures, Grassing and erosion control measures. 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: "Bid total, responsiveness, SLBE participation goal compliance, qualification requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 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 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: bid bond or certified check, SLBE Participation Form, Drug-Free Workplace Certification, Prompt Payment Certification, Illegal Immigration Certification, Commercial Nondiscrimination Certification, Fa. 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.
