Compensation Government Bids & RFPs

The bid notice states that the SCWCC is soliciting bids from a qualified, established armed security services agency.

The bid notice states that there will be a on mandatory site visit: 4 14 2026 at 2: 00 pm, location: scwcc, **** main st. suite 500, columbia, sc ****.

The deadline for all submissions of RFP **** is April 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT.

The district shall pay for materials, supplies, or services furnished under the contract within 30 days for service satisfactorily performed by the successful bidders after receipt of properly documented invoices/statements.

The award of this solicitation is conditional on the winning bidders accepting the terms of the RFP. The district intends to award the RFP based on price, traceability, delivery specifications, minimum delivery amounts, geographic preference, small and minority business status, technology and reports, and service per the evaluation criteria herein.

A responsible bidder is defined as a bidding party possessing the skill, judgment, integrity, and financial ability necessary to timely perform and complete the contract being bid.

The district shall hold the bidders responsible for any damage which may be sustained because of failure or neglect to comply with the terms or conditions listed herein. If the successful bidder fails or neglects to comply with the terms of the RFP, the district may, upon written notice to the bidder, cancel the contract/purchase order in its entirety or cancel or rescind any or all items affected by such default.

The district has indicated on the itemized bid list attachment 19 certain items that it requires samples for in order to consider awarding. These items will be used on the district's mechanical packing line and must be tested. The district requires a small sample size minimum 50 pieces in order to conduct these tests. Samples should be submitted on or before the bid submission date.

Any proposer may file a protest. The district's director of purchasing will receive the protest in writing no later than 2:00 p. m. after the fifth business day following the proposal opening date.

The bid notice states that work will be completed and ready for final payment within sixty 60 days of the issued notice to proceed. The required start time after the city-issued notice to proceed shall be a maximum of ten 10 calendar days to begin work.

The bid notice mentions that contractor will invoice at least once a month or as draws. All original invoices will be sent to specific individuals via mail or email.

The bid notice states that the contractor will provide a twelve 12 month material and labor warranty from the date of completion, against operational failure caused by defective material or workmanship which occurs during normal use.

The bid notice states that award will be made to the lowest bidder, not including optional line items, meeting all requirements outlined herein.

The bid notice requires that the bidder must be a licensed general or building residential contractor in the state of Florida and possess a minimum of three years of experience in providing residential rehabilitation services.

The bid notice states that the contractor shall pay the city **** for each calendar day that expires after the time specified for completion, until work is completed.

The bid notice mentions a nonmandatory prebid meeting and refers to the listing for the prebid meeting date, time, and location. It also states that job site visits by city staff do not constitute approval, awareness, or liability for any hazardous condition.