Town of Lexington - Services for Potable Water System Hydraulic Modeling and Program Management - RFP 27-05 (2026)
Town of LexingtonCity · Lexington, SC- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Laurie Starnes
The 30-second brief
The Town of Lexington Utility Department seeks consulting and program management services for a potable water distribution system hydraulic model and ongoing program support. The scope includes assessing current and future capacity, conveyance, and pressure zone deficiencies, incorporating all lines two inches and greater, field-testing, calibration, capital improvement planning, master planning, and technical support. The contract term is five years with annual extensions, time and materials based with rate adjustments tied to the CPI. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, and a mandatory pre-submission meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 284 Bruner Road. Evaluation criteria include project understanding and approach, experience, proposed team, schedule and deliverables, and estimated cost.
Project Understanding and Approach: 30 points max., Experience: 25 points max., Proposed Team: 10 points max., Proposed Schedule and Deliverables: 25 points max., Estimated cost: 10 points max.
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Summary
The Town of Lexington Utility Department seeks consulting and program management services for a potable water distribution system hydraulic model and ongoing program support.
The scope includes assessing current and future capacity, conveyance, and pressure zone deficiencies, incorporating all lines two inches and greater, field-testing, calibration, capital improvement planning, master planning, and technical support. The contract term is five years with annual extensions, time and materials based with rate adjustments tied to the CPI. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, and a mandatory pre-submission meeting is scheduled for October 6, 2026, at 284 Bruner Road. Evaluation criteria include project understanding and approach, experience, proposed team, schedule and deliverables, and estimated cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Project Understanding and Approach: 30 points max
- Experience: 25 points max
- Proposed Team: 10 points max
- Proposed Schedule and Deliverables: 25 points max
- Estimated cost: 10 points max
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover Letter
- Firm Overview
- Project Team
- Project Approach
- Project Experience
- Project Schedule
- Appendix A
- Appendix B
- Appendix C
- Submit to
- Lexington Municipal Complex, 111 Maiden Lane, Lexington, SC or Post Office Box 397, Lexington, SC 29071
- Scope location
- Lexington, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Lexington?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Lexington Municipal Complex, 111 Maiden Lane, Lexington, SC or Post Office Box 397, Lexington, SC 29071. For questions, contact Laurie Starnes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Lexington 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 Laurie Starnes. 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: "Project Understanding and Approach: 30 points max., Experience: 25 points max., Proposed Team: 10 points max., Proposed Schedule and Deliverables: 25 points max., Estimated cost: 10 points max." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Lexington?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Lexington are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Lexington 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 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: Cover Letter, Firm Overview, Project Team, Project Approach, Project Experience, Project Schedule, Appendix A, Appendix B, Appendix C. Review the full document from Town of Lexington for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lexington, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.