Design-Build: Design and construction of a trail at park. Design and construct an approx. 1,600 FT long, 6' wide asphalt trail in Park. The asphalt used shall be a minimum of three inch thick hot mix asphalt designed for non-vehicular use. The trail shall have a cross slope of 2% to provide for proper drainage. Design and construct two asphalt parking lots approx. 30' x 120' in size. Purchase and install ten waste receptacles, seven metal benches, and seven metal bollards. Install outdoor exercise equipment around the trail; equipment purchased separately by the county.
The City of Camden is soliciting bids from qualified contractors for repair and replacement of HVAC units and related equipment at the Robert Mills Courthouse, 607 Broad Street, Camden, South Carolina. The project uses a design-build delivery method and requires one bid/submittal copy; project coordination is handled by Shawn Putnam. Bids are due September 30, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., and the posting directs bidders to the City’s bids-and-proposals page for documents.
The City of Camden is soliciting bids from qualified contractors for repair and replacement of HVAC units and related equipment at the Robert Mills Courthouse, 607 Broad Street, Camden, South Carolina. The project uses a design-build delivery method and requires one bid/submittal copy; project coordination is handled by Shawn Putnam. Bids are due September 30, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., and the posting directs bidders to the City’s bids-and-proposals page for documents.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
112876
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
9,201
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
62 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Deprioritize—no precedent; pivot to a cooperative path.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, and South Carolina statewide term contracts; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Camden, South Carolina:No known sole source usage; this route is high friction and not recommended. If raised, steer to a cooperative pathway. No sole source dollar threshold is provided in the available materials.
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No evidence of active cooperative purchasing, though City Code Section 39.14(C)(1) permits it. Engage Finance Director Danny Hollis (dhollis@camdensc.org) to introduce a pre-competed path through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Camden
Camden City Council Meeting Minutes
Date: Aug 18, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed several items including the proclamation of Diaper Need Awareness Week and public comments regarding mural application processes, property rezoning, and neighborhood amenities. The council reviewed and approved various quarterly departmental reports. An ordinance regarding billboard and digital sign regulations was carried over to a future meeting. The council denied the proposed mural for Gallery 537. Additionally, the meeting included discussions on a potential litter campaign, the review of the Legacy Bench Program, the recognition of a council member's recent award, and updates regarding the expansion plans for the Price House and African American Cultural Center.
Camden Public Art Committee Meeting
Date: Jun 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed a revised mural proposal from Layz Kreationz, specifically debating the removal of certain human elements and text to improve context and design. The committee also explored future public art initiatives, including prioritizing local utility box wraps and potential crosswalk murals. Additionally, the proposal for a bronze sculpture honoring the horse Ruffian and his trainer Squeaky Truesdale was introduced for consideration.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Camden?
City of Camden’s procurement is managed at the municipal level: the Mayor and City Council set purchasing policy while the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and department directors administer and execute purchasing under the Camden municipal code. Departments such as Utilities and Public Works handle their own operational buying.
Where does City of Camden post bids and RFPs?
City of Camden posts public bids and RFPs on its official website (experiencecamdensc.com) and posts required public notices on the City Hall bulletin board at 1000 Lyttleton Street per the Camden municipal code. Individual solicitations include submission instructions and any in-person delivery location.
What products and services does City of Camden procure?
City of Camden commonly procures public works and construction services, utilities and water/sewer infrastructure, professional services such as managed IT, and municipal operations goods and services. These durable categories are reflected in department pages and posted solicitations on the city site.
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Date: Apr 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Commission voted to postpone the election of officers until the following meeting. Key business included the approval of a Certificate of Appropriateness application for the addition of a front porch at 210 Chesnut Street, and the official record entry of staff-approved foundation repairs for properties at 1412 Broad Street and 103 Kirkwood Lane. Additionally, the members discussed potential options for upcoming historic preservation awards.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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Track City of Camden meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What procurement requirements does City of Camden publish for vendors?
City of Camden requires vendors to meet solicitation-specific requirements published in each RFP or bid document; a recent public works solicitation specified 5% bid security, 100% performance and payment bonds, required South Carolina contractor licensing, and construction insurance. Always follow the specific solicitation instructions.
How does City of Camden approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Camden Code assigns procurement administration and bid protest authority to the City Manager (or Assistant City Manager) in coordination with the City Attorney, while the Mayor and City Council set purchasing policy. The municipal code chapter on purchasing outlines authority and protest procedures.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Camden?
City of Camden’s procurement policies and standard contract terms are published in the Camden Code of Ordinances under the 'Purchasing Policies and Procedures' chapter and §39.16 'Bid Protest Procedure' on the city code library site. Those code sections contain the city's purchasing rules and protest steps.
