Aiken County

Aiken County, located in South Carolina, is a local government entity registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since 2005, with its registration set to expire in June 2026. As a U.S. County government, it provides essential infrastructure and public services to its constituents, with a focus on regional development and community welfare. The county is primarily engaged in receiving federal grants that support critical infrastructure improvements and social services, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing local community capabilities and meeting federal program objectives.

Through federal grant awards, Aiken County has secured significant funding from agencies like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and has participated in various grant programs. A notable recent award is a $5,000,000 Cooperative Agreement from EPA Region 4 for rehabilitating secondary clarifiers at the Horse Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility, which involves infrastructure improvements to maintain discharge permit compliance. Additionally, the county has received sub-grants from state-level agencies, including a grant from the South Carolina Department of Social Services for Title IV-D case services and another from the South Carolina Department of Commerce for regional planning activities. These awards highlight Aiken County's diverse grant portfolio, which encompasses infrastructure development, wastewater management, regional economic planning, and social service provision, demonstrating its multifaceted role in delivering public services and supporting community development through federal and state grant mechanisms.