Richland County School District One Weight Room Equipment, Installation and Services RFQ 2026-030
Richland School District 1School · Columbia, SC- Due
- May 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lauren Wise
- (803) 231-7037
The 30-second brief
Richland County School District One is seeking qualified firms to provide weight room equipment, installation, and services for high schools. This prequalification will allow companies to bid on upcoming projects over a three-year multi-term contract.
Technical proposal, Business proposal, USB/Electronic copy, Signed cover page and page two
Ability to Meet District Needs (40%), Timeline and Availability (40%), References (20%)
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Summary
Richland County School District One is seeking qualified firms to provide weight room equipment, installation, and services for high schools. This prequalification will allow companies to bid on upcoming projects over a three-year multi-term contract.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Technical proposal
- Business proposal
- USB/Electronic copy
- Signed cover page and page two
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Appendix A- References Verification Summary
- Appendix B- Offeror Non-Responsive Statement
- Appendix C- Vendor Application and W-9
- Appendix D- Offeror Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Procurement Services, ATTN: Lauren Wise, 201 Park Street, Room 209, Columbia, S. C. 29201
- Duration
- 36 months
- 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 May 27, 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: Procurement Services, ATTN: Lauren Wise, 201 Park Street, Room 209, Columbia, S. C. 29201. For questions, contact Lauren Wise.
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 Lauren Wise at (803) 231-7037. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical proposal, Business proposal, USB/Electronic copy, Signed cover page and page two. 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: "Ability to Meet District Needs (40%), Timeline and Availability (40%), References (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Appendix A- References Verification Summary, Appendix B- Offeror Non-Responsive Statement, Appendix C- Vendor Application and W-9, Appendix D- Offeror Certificate of Insurance. 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.