Provide and install Aquamaster fountain system in the Clubhouse Pond at the Hackler Course
Coastal Carolina University seeks a qualified contractor to supply, install, and commission an Aquamaster fountain system with lighting for…
State bids
South Carolina Government Bids & RFPs
- New this week
- 150+
- Agencies posting
- 200+
- Closing this week
- 150+
Here you will find open South Carolina bids from state agencies, SCDOT, counties, cities and school districts, along with recently closed solicitations and contract awards.
South Carolina Bids and Bidding Guide
South Carolina state procurement notices are published in South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO), reached through the Division of Procurement Services' bid opportunities page. Central Purchasing solicitations for information technology, supplies and services appear in SCEIS alongside it. SCDOT advertises transportation work separately, the Ports Authority procures independently, and the 46 counties and municipalities each run their own portals.
South Carolina is one of the faster-growing states in the Southeast, and unusually for a state its size the contracting is not concentrated in one metro. Columbia, Charleston and Greenville each anchor a distinct regional economy, which spreads opportunities around more evenly than in most states — and means the region you choose matters more here than the industry you are in.
Where Are South Carolina RFPs Posted?
- South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO) — the state's official publication of procurement notices, and the primary place solicitations are advertised.
- Central Purchasing solicitations in SCEIS — information technology, supplies and services procured centrally.
- PEBA solicitations — the Public Employee Benefit Authority posts its own opportunities separately.
- SCDOT — a dedicated section for contractors, consultants, vendors and suppliers. Road, bridge and engineering work is advertised there, not in the general state listings.
- South Carolina Ports Authority — procures independently of the state system. Worth watching for maritime, logistics and port-related work.
- 46 counties, municipalities and school districts — each publishing on its own portal with its own vendor list.
One thing worth getting right: the Procurement Services homepage explains how South Carolina buys; the bid opportunities page underneath it is where the actual work is listed. Bookmark the second one. Register as a vendor while you are there, because registration is what turns the system from a site you visit into notifications that reach you.
What Do You Need Before You Can Bid in South Carolina?
- Register as a vendor with Procurement Services and select the categories that describe what you supply. Those categories drive your notifications.
- Watch SCBO directly as well as relying on alerts. It is the official publication of record, and reading it weekly gives you a feel for what the state actually buys in your category.
- Start SCDOT prequalification if you do transportation construction. It runs separately from state vendor registration.
- Register with the Ports Authority separately if you touch maritime or logistics. Charleston's volume makes it a market in its own right.
Which South Carolina Cities and Counties Issue the Most RFPs?
Behind the tourism sits a working economy: automotive and aerospace manufacturing, one of the busiest container ports on the East Coast, and a growing advanced-manufacturing base inland. The three regions buy quite differently.
- Columbia and Richland County — the state capital: government operations, university-adjacent services, municipal infrastructure.
- Charleston and North Charleston — port operations, aerospace manufacturing, tourism infrastructure and historic preservation.
- Greenville County — the largest county by population: automotive manufacturing, advanced industry, regional healthcare.
- Spartanburg County — automotive and logistics along the I-85 corridor, plus municipal services.
- Horry County (Myrtle Beach) — tourism infrastructure, rapid residential growth, coastal resilience work.
- Lexington and Berkeley counties — growing suburban rings around Columbia and Charleston: roads, utilities, schools.
- Rock Hill and York County — Charlotte metro spillover: residential growth, manufacturing, sports facilities.
- Mount Pleasant and Summerville — two of the largest towns in the Charleston area: public facilities, roads, drainage.
- Sumter, Florence, Anderson and Aiken — regional centers with healthcare, education and municipal contracting away from the main corridors.
How Do You Track South Carolina Bids Across Three Regions?
SCBO, SCEIS, PEBA, SCDOT, the Ports Authority, 46 counties and their municipalities is more sites than a weekly routine covers — and a missed week can cost you an opportunity outright. Bid Banana searches 1.6M+ bids and awards from 4,000+ agencies across all 50 states, updated daily. Filter to South Carolina and narrow by agency, industry or NAICS code, then save the search so new South Carolina bids arrive in one email digest, daily or weekly, at the hour you pick. It is $49.99 a month or $479.99 a year, with a 7-day free trial.
Where Should You Start With South Carolina RFPs?
- Register with Procurement Services and bookmark the bid opportunities page rather than the homepage.
- Pick your region. Upstate manufacturing, Midlands government work and Lowcountry port and tourism work reward different credentials, and South Carolina is one of the few states where that choice genuinely matters.
- Add the specialist buyers that fit you — SCDOT, the Ports Authority, PEBA — because they run their own solicitations alongside the general state listings.
South Carolina spreads its contracting across three regions and several independent authorities. Choosing where to compete, and registering properly there, matters more than any amount of search effort.
FAQs
Where are South Carolina RFPs posted?
State procurement notices are published in South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO), reached through the Division of Procurement Services bid opportunities page, alongside Central Purchasing solicitations in SCEIS. SCDOT advertises transportation work separately, the Ports Authority procures independently, and the 46 counties and municipalities each run their own portals.
What is SCBO?
South Carolina Business Opportunities is the state's official publication of procurement notices — the primary place solicitations are advertised. Central Purchasing solicitations covering information technology and supplies and services appear in SCEIS, and the Public Employee Benefit Authority posts its own separately again.
Which South Carolina counties have the most contracting activity?
By population, Greenville, Charleston and Richland are the largest, covering Greenville, Charleston and Columbia. Horry, Spartanburg and Lexington follow. Unusually, activity is spread across three distinct regional economies rather than concentrated in one metro.
How do I bid on South Carolina port contracts?
Through the South Carolina Ports Authority, which handles its own procurement separately from the state system. Charleston is among the busiest container ports on the East Coast, so maritime, logistics, construction and facilities work all appear there regularly.
Do I need to register to bid on South Carolina contracts?
Yes for state agency work — vendor registration through Procurement Services is how you receive notifications about relevant opportunities. SCDOT construction work requires separate prequalification, the Ports Authority runs its own procurement department, and counties and municipalities handle vendors on their own.
How quickly do South Carolina RFPs close?
It varies, and some windows are shorter than vendors expect. That is the main argument for saved searches with email alerts rather than checking portals manually, since a missed week can cost you the whole opportunity.
How many South Carolina bids close this week?
150+ open South Carolina bids close in the next seven days.
Does this include federal opportunities in South Carolina?
Yes. 19 open federal solicitations from SAM.gov and other federal sources name South Carolina as the place of performance. They are listed in their own section on this page.
Open South Carolina bids
Closing soonest first.
- Athletic Department Equipment for Locations District-Wide
The School District of Greenville County is seeking sealed bids from qualified firms to supply, deliver, and install new athletic‑department…
- PONTOON BOAT, MOTOR, TRAILER
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources seeks a single vendor to provide a complete tritoon package – a new 2026 Bentley Elite…
- SC ADULT AND YOUTH TOBACCO SURVEYS
The State of South Carolina Department of Public Health is seeking a qualified vendor to design, implement, and manage statewide Adult…
- OTIS- Adobe Products & Services
The State of South Carolina’s Department of Administration, through its Office of Technology and Information Services (OTIS), is seeking an…
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- IDQ - Structural Engineering Design Services
Lander University seeks a qualified firm to provide on‑demand structural engineering design and analytical consulting services for various…
- PREQUALIFICATION for 1220 Catawba Street Renovation for the Carolina Institute for Battery Innovation
The State Fiscal Accountability Authority is seeking qualified firms to execute a design‑bid‑build renovation of the 1220 Catawba Street…
- Berkeley Campus Vet Tech Generator
The Trident Technical College is seeking a qualified contractor to install a standby generator system for its Veterinary Technology…
- SC Works Lowcountry - One-Stop Operator Services
The BCD Council of Governments is seeking a qualified provider to operate a One‑Stop Center that delivers Workforce Innovation and…
- Facility Cleaning Supplies and Rug Rental
The Waccamaw Regional Transportation Authority (operating as The Coast RTA) is seeking competitive bids to supply all necessary cleaning…
- Northwester High School Roof Replacement
The project calls for a partial roof replacement at Northwestern High School in Rock Hill, SC. The school district has engaged REI Engineers…
- Klampress Belt Press
Saluda County Water and Sewer Authority is seeking a qualified vendor to rebuild a Klampress KP94‑1.0 M (extended) 1‑meter belt progressive…
- Hospital Emergency Force Main Repair
The City of Abbeville is seeking a contractor to repair the emergency force main serving a local hospital, including work on the lift…
- Folly Beach Redundant Water Main - Prime Contractor Prequalification
The City of Folly Beach is seeking prequalified firms to serve as the prime contractor for a new redundant water main system connecting…
- Provide and Install Aquamaster fountain system in Clubhouse Pond at Hackler Course
Coastal Carolina University is seeking a qualified contractor to design, supply, and install an Aquamaster fountain system in the Clubhouse…
- County Transportation Committee (CTC) 2026 Resurfacing Plan
Dorchester County is issuing an Invitation for Bid to carry out its 2026 County Transportation Committee Resurfacing Plan. The project…
- SC ADULT AND YOUTH TOBACCO SURVEYS
The State Fiscal Accountability Authority is seeking a contractor to conduct statewide adult and youth tobacco use surveys in South…
- Pest and Rodent Control Services for Richland County Facilities
Richland County is seeking qualified suppliers to deliver comprehensive pest and rodent control services across all county‑owned facilities…
- Repost ---Pontoon Boat, Motor and Trailer
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is seeking a vendor to supply a complete pontoon boat system—including the boat…
- Building Automation System Services Contract
Clemson University is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive building automation system (BAS) services, including design…
- Used Thermo Scientific TSQ Quantis Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer and a Vanquish Flex Duo UHPLC System
The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking competitive quotations for a fully operational, used Thermo Scientific TSQ Quantis…
- Head Start Facility Project Manager
The Chesterfield‑Marlboro Economic Opportunity Council is seeking qualified professional firms or individuals to act as the Owner’s…
- Refuse Collection
The Citadel is seeking qualified firms to provide refuse (trash) collection services for its main campus and residential housing. The…
- Refuse Collection – The Citadel
The Citadel is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive refuse‑collection and disposal services across its campus for a total contract…
- Athletic Department Equipment for Locations District-Wide
The Greenville County School District is seeking vendors to provide athletic department equipment across all district locations. This…
- PREQUALIFICATION for 1220 Catawba St. Renovation
The University of South Carolina’s Carolina Institute for Battery Innovation is seeking pre‑qualified contractors to undertake the…
- County Transportation Committee (CTC) 2026 Resurfacing Plan
Dorchester County is seeking qualified contractors to resurface nine (9) centerline miles of county roads as part of the County…
- COURIER SERVICES
The State of South Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive courier…
- Fire Nozzles
The City of Lexington is issuing an Invitation for Bid to procure Elkhart Chief XD fire nozzles for its fire department. The solicitation…
- STATEWIDE MONTHLY PEST CONTROL FOR STP
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive, statewide monthly pest‑control services for its…
- Helicopter Maintenance
The State of South Carolina Law Enforcement Division is seeking a qualified, FAA‑certified contractor to provide comprehensive helicopter…
- Concrete Installation - Blue Ridge High
The School District of Greenville County is soliciting sealed bids for the complete removal, replacement, and finishing of concrete elements…
- MARKETING SERVICES
The State of South Carolina Technical College System is seeking a qualified firm to provide comprehensive media planning, buying…
- RFQ Mud Boat & Trailer
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is seeking price quotations for a mud boat and its accompanying trailer. Vendors must…
- Greenville Branch Phase 2 - Bridge and Park Components
The City of Spartanburg is seeking a contractor to design, fabricate, and construct a new pedestrian bridge spanning Greenville Branch…
- New Horse Trailer for SC Governor's School for Agriculture
The State of South Carolina seeks competitive bids for a single, custom‑built, heavy‑duty aluminum gooseneck horse trailer to be used by the…
- D7 BRIDGE FLOWABLE & CONCRETE - REBID
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is issuing a rebid for the provision and delivery of concrete and flowable fill materials to…
- Magnolia Bridge Maintenance
The City of Charleston is seeking qualified contractors to clean and renovate the historic Magnolia Bridge located at 1419 Perry St. The…
- Medicaid Clinical Data Exchange
The State of South Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services is soliciting proposals to design, build, and operate a Medicaid Care…
- FAIRFOREST ROAD BRIDGE STABILIZATION PROJECT
The City of Spartanburg is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to perform stabilization and repair work on the Fairforest Road…
- MUSC CSB 4th Floor Corridor Renovation
This opportunity is a design‑build interior renovation of the fourth‑floor corridor in the MUSC Clinical Science Building. The scope covers…
- JMWSC Water Main Improvements from Charter Oak Tank to Calks Ferry Tank
The Joint Municipal Water and Sewer Commission (JMWSC) is soliciting bids for extensive water main upgrades between the Charter Oak Tank and…
- Statewide Monthly Pest Control for STP
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety seeks qualified contractors to provide monthly pest‑control services at nine weigh‑station…
- Chester County - Great Falls Fire Service Truck
Chester County, SC is seeking a qualified vendor to construct, deliver, and provide associated travel, training, and ISO equipment for one…
- Bid Number 2026-82 Invitation to Bid: Roadway Improvements Project Group 14
The City of Florence is soliciting sealed paper bids from qualified, South Carolina‑licensed contractors to perform full‑depth pavement…
- Sale of Lexington Technology Center Student Built House
Lexington County School District One is offering the sale of a student‑built house located at the Lexington Technology Center. Bidders must…
- ACTC #157 & #159 Resurfacing
Anderson County is soliciting bids to resurface County Roads ACTC #157 and ACTC #159. The work involves removing deteriorated pavement…
- Claims Administration and MMSEA Reporting Services
The City of Greenville, SC is seeking a qualified firm to provide comprehensive liability and workers’ compensation claims administration…
- Tilting Braising Pan
The Anderson School District Three is seeking competitive proposals to supply a new Vulcan VG40 Natural Gas Tilting Braising Pan for its…
- Roadway Improvements Group 14
The City of Florence is soliciting sealed bids from qualified and licensed contractors to perform a series of roadway improvement tasks…
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- INSPECT & PREVENTATIVE MAINT ON CHILLERS
The State of South Carolina, through its Department of Natural Resources, seeks qualified contractors to perform inspection and preventative…
- MG NEWELL - SS DETERMINATION
This is a sole‑source procurement determination for “MG Newell.” The state agency (South Carolina Department of Corrections) has issued a…
- TTC - Palmer Campus Chiller Replacement
This project involves the replacement of an existing 125‑ton air‑cooled chiller and its dedicated chilled‑water pump at Trident Technical…
- Singleton Energy Plant Boiler Replacement
The University is seeking a qualified contractor to remove two existing boilers from the Singleton Energy Plant and replace them with two…
- SCSDB-FUEL DISPENSER UPGRADE RFX
The State Fiscal Accountability Authority seeks a qualified vendor to upgrade fuel dispensers at the South Carolina State Consolidated Data…
Federal opportunities in South Carolina
SAM.gov and other federal solicitations performed in South Carolina.
- JB Charleston Multiple Award Construction Contract
The U.S. Air Force is issuing a multiple‑award construction contract for Joint Base Charleston (JB Charleston) covering a broad range of…
- SCARNG Regional Aviation Phase Support Center for AH-64E Aircraft Maintenance Support
The South Carolina Army National Guard (SCARNG) plans to award a single firm‑fixed‑price contract for non‑personnel aviation maintenance…
- Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Acquisition, Engineering, and Integration (CAEI) Production
The Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic in Charleston, SC is preparing to issue an RFP (N6523626RE073) for the production and delivery…
- AOI 27-A001 Resilient Airborne Free-Space Optical Communications Turret
The Navy’s NIWC‑Atlantic is seeking a prototype, flight‑certified optical communications turret and a compact optical transceiver to enable…
- Francis Marion NF - Jack Rail Fencing Purchase
This solicitation seeks a small‑business vendor to supply, without installation, a complete jack‑rail fencing system for the Francis Marion…
Recently closed South Carolina bids
- FY 2027 Disaster Recovery & Emergency Services
- Asphalt Resurfacing of County Convenience Centers
Beaufort County, SC is seeking a qualified contractor to resurface the asphalt at two County Convenience Centers (Bluffton and St. Helena)…
- DISTRICT 4 VERTICAL STORAGE TANKS
The South Carolina Department of Transportation District 4 is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of twenty (20) 5,500‑gallon…
- Demolition of 347 Heritage Hills Dr.
Richland County is issuing an electronic Invitation for Bid (IFB) to obtain demolition and debris‑removal services for the property at 347…
- Lowcountry Regional HOME Consortium - Professional Building Inspector Services
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