Richland County School District One Central Kitchen Feasibility Study and Design RFQ 2026-018
Richland School District 1School · Columbia, SC- Due
- Jul 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brittany Green
- (803) 231-7052
The 30-second brief
Richland County School District One is soliciting qualifications for a Central Kitchen Feasibility Study and optional design services under RFQ 2026-018. The project involves assessing the feasibility of a centralized kitchen facility and potentially providing design services for the selected site. Amendment No. 1 clarifies that there are currently no identified relocation sites and that the site can be viewed by the awardee prior to services. The procurement requires a two-volume submission: Volume 1 for Technical qualifications and Volume 2 for Pricing. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed package to the Procurement Services office in Columbia, SC. The deadline for submissions is July 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Central Kitchen Feasibility Study, Optional Design, Volume 1 Technical, Volume 2 Pricing
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Summary
Richland County School District One is soliciting qualifications for a Central Kitchen Feasibility Study and optional design services under RFQ 2026-018.
The project involves assessing the feasibility of a centralized kitchen facility and potentially providing design services for the selected site. Amendment No. 1 clarifies that there are currently no identified relocation sites and that the site can be viewed by the awardee prior to services. The procurement requires a two-volume submission: Volume 1 for Technical qualifications and Volume 2 for Pricing. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed package to the Procurement Services office in Columbia, SC. The deadline for submissions is July 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Central Kitchen Feasibility Study
- Optional Design
- Volume 1 Technical
- Volume 2 Pricing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Original and one USB copy of Volume 1 and Volume 2, Signed copy of solicitation form, Acknowledgement of Amendments
- Submit to
- 201 Park Street, Room 209, Columbia, S.C. 29201
- Scope location
- Columbia, SC
- Reported agency
- Richland County School District One
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Richland School District 1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 13, 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: 201 Park Street, Room 209, Columbia, S.C. 29201. For questions, contact Brittany Green.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Richland School District 1 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 Brittany Green at (803) 231-7052. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Central Kitchen Feasibility Study, Optional Design, Volume 1 Technical, Volume 2 Pricing. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Richland School District 1?
All active and historical solicitations from Richland School District 1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Richland School District 1 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: Original and one USB copy of Volume 1 and Volume 2, Signed copy of solicitation form, Acknowledgement of Amendments. Review the full document from Richland School District 1 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.