Orangeburg County Agricultural Building Asbestos Removal Project

Orangeburg County has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) No. FY26-0812 for a comprehensive asbestos removal project at the Orangeburg County Agricultural Building located at 1550 Henley Street. The procurement seeks a turnkey contractor responsible for complete asbestos abatement services, including removal of HVAC ductwork, insulation, and associated equipment containing asbestos-containing materials (ACM) on the 1st and 2nd floors. Bidders must be registered with SAM.Gov and provide an identification number to be eligible. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with proposal submissions due on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The county will evaluate proposals based on multiple criteria including compliance with scope of work, total cost, bidder performance record, delivery timeliness, product performance, special features, warranty considerations, and maintenance availability. Contractors must demonstrate general viability through documentation of adequate capital, acceptable credit rating, efficient office and field forces, and Workmen's Compensation Insurance. The selection method will be Competitive Sealed Proposals, with no numerical weighting required for evaluation factors.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement appears to be open to qualified contractors capable of performing comprehensive asbestos removal services. While no incumbent vendors are listed, the project requires a comprehensive approach to light demolition and asbestos removal, with the contractor responsible for all necessary permits, inspections, labor, materials, disposal, and equipment. The technical specifications include detailed mechanical engineering drawings (M101) prepared by MCA, indicating complex HVAC system modifications will be part of the project scope. Though a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project and the requirement for technical expertise suggests a significant investment in professional asbestos abatement services. Contractors should be prepared to provide a detailed proposal that demonstrates technical capability, safety protocols, and cost-effectiveness in executing the asbestos removal project.