Grant Writer RFP Summary

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP #26077) issued by Greenville County, South Carolina, seeking grant writer services for the Human Relations Department. The county requires an experienced individual or firm to provide comprehensive grant writing support, including research and identification of local, state, federal, and private grant opportunities; writing, editing, and submission of grant proposals and funding applications; data gathering and compliance management; deadline tracking and award monitoring; staff collaboration for program outcomes; and post-award reporting and grant renewal assistance. Key deliverables include samples of successful grant proposals, grant PowerPoint presentations, and assistance with grant reporting documentation. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the county's online procurement portal by Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 3:00 pm, with questions due by Friday, February 27, 2026, at 5:00 pm. The county will review proposals between March 17 and April 10, 2026, with an anticipated award date of April 10, 2026. Contract negotiations are scheduled through June 30, 2026, with a Notice to Proceed expected on June 30, 2026. The initial contract term may be extended for up to four additional one-year renewal periods with thirty days' advance notice.

Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Education, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field with three to five years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of securing funding, advanced computer proficiency including Microsoft Office applications and grant management software, excellent organizational and communication skills, and strong team-oriented abilities. Evaluation criteria are weighted equally at 20 points each across five areas: responsiveness to the RFP, experience with similar projects, qualifications, cost, and references. Three professional references are required from each respondent. Pricing must be submitted on an hourly rate basis with other applicable fees, with unit pricing governing over extended pricing. Payment is due within thirty days of invoice submission. Insurance requirements include general liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence with $2,000,000 aggregate, automobile liability of $1,000,000 combined single limit, and statutory workers' compensation with a $1,000,000 limit per accident, with the county named as an additional insured. Bonding is not required. No set-aside designations, incumbent vendors, or budget ranges are specified in the solicitation.