RFQ #2026 - 18 Greenbelt Program Manager Q & A

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
RFQ #2026 - 18
Greenbelt Program Manager
Advertised: June 18, 2026
RFQ Due: July 15, 2026

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
RFQ #2026-18
GREENBELT PROGRAM MANAGER
JASPER COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA
JUNE 18, 2026
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
Jasper County, SC, is soliciting responses from qualified personnel ("Submitter") who
wish to provide Greenbelt Program Manager services to Jasper County.
THE RFQ MUST BE PHYSICALLY RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 1:30PM ON
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026.
Issue Request for Qualifications (RFQ) June 18, 2026
Pre-Submittal Conference June 30, 2026, 1:00 pm
Deadline for Inquires July 6, 2026, 5:00 pm
Response to Inquiries July 8, 2026, EOD
Deadline for Submitting Qualifications July 15, 2026, 1:30 pm
II. INSTRUCTIONS TO SUBMITTERS
1. Pre-Submittal Meeting
The County will conduct a virtual Non-Mandatory Pre-Submittal meeting as part of
this process to provide additional project information and expound upon potential
questions. This meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM via
Teams. If interested in attending, please contact Eric Larson at
ewlarson@jaspercountysc.gov to request an invite.
Attendance is not mandatory, but all interested firms are strongly encouraged to
attend.
Any questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted in writing via email to
ewlarson@jaspercountysc.gov or through the vendor registration page, BidNet
Direct, located on Jasper County's Bids and Solicitations webpage,
https://www.jaspercountysc.gov/services/bids-and-solicitations/ NO LATER than
Monday, July 6, 2026, by 5:00 pm.
All submitted questions will be addressed and posted as an addendum on Jasper
County's Bids and Solicitations web page
https://www.jaspercountysc.gov/services/bids-and-solicitations/ and on the Jasper
County vendor registry website, BidNet Direct, no later than end of day Wednesday,
July 8, 2026.
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GREENBELT PROGRAM MANAGER
JASPER COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA
JUNE 18, 2026
2. Submitter Reading Location
The names of the Submitters will be publicly read at the Jasper County, Clementa
Pinckney Government Building, County Council Chambers, Third Floor, 358 Third
Avenue, Ridgeland, SC 29936 on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at 1:30 pm. The
Submittals will not be opened, and no other information about the Submittals
will be provided at that time.
All Submitters or their representatives are invited to attend the submittal reading.
3. Submittals
Jasper County is hereby issuing this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to firms that
have the capability and interest in undertaking and performing the scope of work
described in this RFQ. The RFQ is being publicly advertised in accordance with
Jasper County procurement guidelines. Each firm responding to this solicitation is
officially a SUBMITTER.
Each respondent must submit a sealed package containing original and four (4)
copies of the RFQ.
In a separate sealed package, include an original and four (4) copies of the Fee
Schedule.
All submissions will be logged in and date and time stamped when received.
Printed submittals must be clearly labeled on the outside of the envelope with the
following wording:
a. For the RFQ:
JASPER COUNTY RFQ #2026-18 JULY 15, 2026, Greenbelt Program
Manager DOCUMENTS
b. For the Fee Schedule:
JASPER COUNTY RFQ #2026-18 JULY 15, 2026, Greenbelt Program
FEE SCHEDULE
All late submittals will be rejected. Jasper County is not responsible for late
submissions caused by delays in mail delivery or a delay in any other method of
delivery.
Print size shall be 12 pt. font minimum, on 812 by 11 paper, double-sided and must
include all the information required in this RFQ.
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Provide a cover page that includes Company Name, Address, Point of Contact
(Email Address and Phone Number), and Date of Submission.
SUBMITTALS SHALL NOT EXCEED A TOTAL OF 50 PAGES. A PAGE IS
CONSIDERED TO BE ONE SIDE OF A SHEET OF PAPER IF PRINTED. EXCEEDING
THE PAGE LIMIT IS GROUNDS FOR REJECTION OF THE SUBMITTAL. The following
WILL NOT be counted as pages:
a. Front and/or back cover pages of your Qualifications document
b. Table of Contents for your Qualifications document
c. Section Dividers for your Qualifications document
d. AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE document
e. Fee Schedule/Submitter - Submitted Separately from the Qualifications
If you have any questions on the above page limit information email
ewlarson@jaspercountysc.gov .
4. Proposed Procurement Timeline
Release date for RFQ June 18, 2026
Pre-submittal Conference June 30, 2026, 1:00 pm
Final Date to Receive Written Questions July 6, 2026, 5:00 pm
Addenda to Answer Questions July 8, 2026, EOD
RFQ Closing Date July 15, 2026, 1:30 pm
Completion of Selection Committee Review and
Recommendation July 30, 2026
Finalize Contract Terms August 13, 2026
Jasper County Council September 8, 2026
Execution of Contract September 10, 2026
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JASPER COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA
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5. Sealed and Marked
If sent by mail, or hand-delivered, original signed Submittals shall be submitted in a
sealed package, clearly marked on the outside of the package with "RFQ #2026-18
GREENBELT PROGRAM MANAGER" and addressed to:
Kimberly Burgess, Procurement Officer
Director, Administrative Services Division Jasper County
358 Third Avenue, Suite 304
P.O. Box 1149
Ridgeland, SC 29936
It is Submitter's sole responsibility to deliver the Submittal to the Jasper County
Government Building reception desk for receipt on or before July 15, 2026, 1:30 pm.
If a Submittal is delivered by U.S. Mail, the Submitter shall be responsible for its
timely delivery to the Jasper County Government Building. Submittals delayed by
mail shall not be considered and shall be rejected.
Submittals submitted via email will not be accepted.
All submissions will be logged in and date and time stamped. Any submissions
received after the date and specified time will be logged and date and time
stamped as "late" and will remain unopened.
6. Legal Name and Signature
Submittals shall clearly indicate the legal name, address, and telephone number of
the Submitter. Submitters shall be wet signed above the printed name and title of
signer on the Affidavit of Compliance page. The signer shall have the authority to
submit Submittals on behalf of the Submitter. Failure to properly sign the Submittals
form shall invalidate the Submittals and it shall not be considered for award.
7. Clarification and Addenda
Each Submitter shall examine REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS documents. The
Administrative Services Division Procurement Officer shall not be responsible for
interpretations or clarifications of Project Scope.
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JASPER COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA
JUNE 18, 2026
All inquiries or suggestions, concerning interpretation, clarification, or additional
information pertaining to the Project Scope shall be made in writing or through
email to:
Eric W. Larson, Development Services Director
Jasper County
358 Third Avenue
P.O. Box 1149
Ridgeland, SC 29936
ewlarson@jaspercountysc.gov
Any inquiries or suggestions concerning clarification of the REQUEST FOR
QUALIFICATIONS (excluding Project Scope) shall be made through the
Procurement Officer in writing or through email to:
Kimberly Burgess, Procurement Officer
Director, Administrative Services
Jasper County
358 Third Avenue, Suite 304
P.O. Box 1149
Ridgeland, SC 29936
kburgess@jaspercountysc.gov
8. Responsive and Responsible Submitters
To be responsive, the Submittal shall conform in all material respects to the
requirements set forth in the REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS. To be responsible,
the Submitter shall perform fully the requirements, experience, reliability, capacity,
and equipment that will ensure good faith performance.
9. Reserved Rights
Jasper County reserves the right to conduct such investigations as it is deemed
necessary to make the determination of the Submitter's responsiveness and
responsibility.
10. Applicable Law
All applicable laws and regulations of the United States of America, the State of
South Carolina and Jasper County will apply to any resulting agreement, contract, or
purchase.
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11. Right to Protest
Appeals and remedies are provided for in the Jasper County Purchasing and
Contracting Ordinance, Article V, Jasper County Code of Ordinances.
12. Contract Forms
Any agreement, contract, or purchase order resulting from the acceptance of a
Submittal shall be on forms either supplied by or approved by the Jasper County
Procurement Officer.
13. Forms, Alternates, Variances
Submittals must be submitted on the attached REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
forms, although additional information may be attached. The Submitters must
indicate any variance from the requested scope of services and/or terms and
conditions, on the RFQ Affidavit of Compliance. Otherwise, Submitters must fully
comply with the requested Scope of Services, terms and conditions. Alternate
Submittals may or may not be considered at the sole discretion of Jasper County.
14. Submitter Prices
Provide an Hourly Rate Schedule for each billable title within the firm, mark-up
costs for subconsultants, vendors, and suppliers, etc.., and a schedule of
reimbursable costs and rates. Each item must be submitted separately, and no
attempt is to be made to tie any item(s) in with any other item or items.
15. Descriptive Information
All equipment, materials, and articles incorporated in the product/work covered by
this REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS are to be new and of suitable grade for the
purpose intended.
16. Deviations to Scope of Work and Requirements
Any deviation from the scope of work as written and accepted by the County may be
grounds for termination of the Contract.
17. Quality
If any work product delivered does not meet applicable scope of work, or if the work
product does not meet industry standard performance and professionalism, the
Contractor shall redo the work at no expense to Jasper County. Contractor shall
refund to the County any money which has been paid to the Contractor for any work
not redone to meet industry standards and professionalism. The Contractor shall be
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responsible for attorney fees in the event the Contractor defaults and court action is
required.
The County reserves the right to reject any or all materials/equipment if, in its
judgement, the item reflects unsatisfactory workmanship, manufacturing, or
shipping damages.
18. Regulations
It shall be the responsibility of the Consultant to ensure compliance with Federal,
State of South Carolina, and County laws, rules, regulations, or other requirements,
as may apply.
19. Termination of Award
Failure of the Consultant to satisfy the requirements of Jasper County shall be
reason for termination of the award. Any Submitter may be rejected in whole or in
part for good cause when in the best interest of the County.
20. Royalties and Patents
Not Applicable.
21. Inspection and Acceptance
Not Applicable.
III. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Exceptions to Specification
Submitters taking exception to any part or section of the specifications shall
indicate such exceptions on the Affidavit of Compliance Form and continuation
page(s), if necessary. Failure to indicate exceptions shall be interpreted as the
Submitter's intent to fully comply with the specifications as written.
2. Evaluation of Submittals
Any Purchase Order or Purchase Sales Agreement resulting from this REQUEST FOR
QUALIFICATIONS shall be awarded to the SUBMITTER providing the best Submittal
as determined by Jasper County, South Carolina.
AWARD WILL NOT BE MADE ON THE BASIS OF PRICE.
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GREENBELT PROGRAM MANAGER
JASPER COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA
JUNE 18, 2026
Responses will be evaluated using the following criteria:
A. Personnel Technical Competence/Qualifications (20%) - Each firm will be evaluated
in terms of the experience and qualifications of the key personnel that will be
assigned to contracts.
B. Background, Capabilities, and Succession Planning (20%) - Each firm will be
evaluated in terms of the firm's capabilities and unique qualifications.
C. Projects and Past Performance (20%) - Each firm will be evaluated on familiarity
with municipal projects. The firm's past performance will be evaluated in terms of
meeting project schedules and the ability to meet design and construction budgets.
D. References (10%) - Each firm shall be evaluated on the references provided.
E. Scope of Work Approach (25%) - Offerors approach to Project Management,
Program and Financial Management, and Greenbelt Study.
F. Submittal Quality (5%) - Each firm will be evaluated on how the RFQ was put
together and the readability of the document.
After initial scoring of the above criteria, the County reserves the right to select a
short list of finalists for a presentation/interview. Results of the interview process
shall factor in the final scoring for contract award.
3. Award
Each factor of the evaluation will be considered relative to obtaining the most
effective plan consistent with the needs of the County.
4. Product Liability Insurance
The successful submitter will supply proof of professional liability insurance and
workers' compensation.
IV. SCOPE OF SERVICES
1. Project Purpose
Jasper County voters passed a transportation sales tax referendum in November
2024. The County seeks Submittals from firms qualified to provide program and
financial management, project management, and due diligence for Greenbelt
Projects for the proposed 2024 1% Transportation Sales and Use Tax as identified in
this RFQ. The Greenbelt Program Ordinance is included as an attachment.
Greenbelt Initiatives: The 1% Transportation Sales and Use Tax has allocated
approximately $94,000,000 for financing greenbelt initiatives (including but not
limited to purchasing property for conservation, purchasing conservation
easements, creating passive green space, creating active green space, protecting
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natural resources, protecting agricultural or heritage landscapes, and protecting
scenic corridors).
Responses to the solicitation for Program Management should consider the
following:
* The firm selected for Program Management will be excluded from projects
submitted and awarded through the sales tax program.
2. Scope of Work
Task 1 - Project Management Services
* Act as an extension of County staff and provide all the needed services to the
County to comply with Greenbelt Program requirements.
* Shall assist the County by making recommendations regarding the
establishment, development and operation of the Greenbelt Projects in the
County.
* Conduct meetings, monitor project progress, and keep the County informed of
each project's status.
* Ensure compliance with procedures for projects involving state and/or federal
funds.
* Ensure that all necessary permits and environmental approvals are obtained.
* Ensure that all rights and easements necessary for the project are acquired.
Leverage federal, state, local, and private conservation efforts.
* Provide guidance for the purchase of Fee Simple interests in Properties
deemed critical to provide for the protection of natural resources, creation of
Passive Greenspace, creation of Active Greenspace, protection of agricultural or
Heritage Landscapes, and Scenic Corridors.
* Review and maintain project related correspondence and files.
* Provide implementation for Conservation Easements and Fee Simple
procurement of Real Property threatened by development
* Encourage cooperation and innovative partnerships among Owners, State
agencies, municipalities, and non-profit organizations, which must work together
to meet these objectives
* Coordinate with municipalities, environmental agencies, and other project
stakeholders as applicable to secure necessary approvals and permits.
* Perform public outreach activities including public meeting facilitation, mailer
and handout design, coordinate response to public comments and meetings, or
as required.
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