Emergency Roof Replacement

The State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education (SBTCE), operating under the South Carolina Technical College System, issued an emergency procurement solicitation on March 20, 2026, for roof replacement services at the Workforce Training Center located at 1090 Newton Way, Summerville, South Carolina. The procurement was posted on March 25, 2026, with a due date of April 3, 2026. The scope of work encompasses removal of the existing roofing membrane and all flashing, comprehensive inspection of existing insulation, wood material, and decking for water damage, and installation of a new 60 mil fully adhered TPO roof complete with new weather boots, walking pads, flashing, counterflashing, and coping caps. The emergency determination was justified by numerous roof leaks and failed repair attempts that have necessitated classroom and office vacations, created mold growth health concerns from constant moisture in insulation and building materials, and disrupted critical training operations essential to regional economic development and workforce readiness. The procurement was conducted under S.C. Code Ann. 11-35-1570 and S.C. Regulation 19-445.2110, utilizing a roofing consultant to prepare specifications and drawings distributed to three qualified preselected vendors for expedited quotes. Required qualifications included the ability to expedite services to meet emergency timelines, and the award was made to the lowest bidder among the three qualified vendors.

The procurement utilized an expedited process with three preselected qualified vendors rather than an open competitive bidding process, thereby restricting participation to vendors pre-approved by the procuring agency. Aqua Seal Manufacturing and Roofing, Inc. was selected as the lowest bidder and awarded the contract. The total project cost is estimated between $350,000 and $400,000. The notice was posted in the South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO) for the required minimum of 10 business days. Bidders, offerors, contractors, or subcontractors aggrieved by the award may file a protest with the Chief Procurement Officer at the Materials Management Office (1333 Main Street, Suite 700, Columbia, SC 29201) within five business days of the award posting, with formal protests due within fifteen days of posting.