Richland County Housing Data Provider RFP 2026 - RC-820-P-27
Richland CountyCounty · Columbia, SC- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Aric Jensen
- (803) 576-3584
The 30-second brief
Richland County Office of the Administrator seeks proposals and pricing from qualified vendors for a web-based software solution that provides housing, residential development, demographic, and related market data and analytical tools. The system shall support data-informed planning, economic development, and infrastructure decisions by supplying access to existing housing inventory, new residential construction, housing units by type, available or vacant residential lots, and historical development trends. The solution must feature interactive mapping, customizable reports, dashboards, user licensing models, and robust technical support. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, with question submissions due by October 28, 2026. Requirements include Commercial General Liability insurance of at least $2,000,000, Professional Liability insurance, and adherence to South Carolina procurement regulations.
Capabilities, Functional Assessment, Support and Maintenance, Timeline and Delivery, Pricing Proposal
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Summary
Richland County Office of the Administrator seeks proposals and pricing from qualified vendors for a web-based software solution that provides housing, residential development, demographic, and related market data and analytical tools.
The system shall support data-informed planning, economic development, and infrastructure decisions by supplying access to existing housing inventory, new residential construction, housing units by type, available or vacant residential lots, and historical development trends. The solution must feature interactive mapping, customizable reports, dashboards, user licensing models, and robust technical support. Proposals are due by November 9, 2026, with question submissions due by October 28, 2026. Requirements include Commercial General Liability insurance of at least $2,000,000, Professional Liability insurance, and adherence to South Carolina procurement regulations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Capabilities
- Functional Assessment
- Support and Maintenance
- Timeline and Delivery
- Pricing Proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Certificate of Insurance
- Technical Proposal
- Pricing Proposal
- Statement of Assurance Compliance and Non-collusion
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Prompt Payment Certification
- Illegal Immigration Certification
- Commercial Nondiscrimination Certification
- Familiarity Certification
- Debarment Certification
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/richlandcountysc
- Scope location
- Columbia, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Richland County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. 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 Aric Jensen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 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 Aric Jensen at (803) 576-3584. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Capabilities, Functional Assessment, Support and Maintenance, Timeline and Delivery, Pricing Proposal" 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 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: Certificate of Insurance, Technical Proposal, Pricing Proposal, Statement of Assurance Compliance and Non-collusion, Drug-Free Workplace Certification, Prompt Payment Certification, Illegal Immigratio. 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.