The Town of Lexington’s Utility Department seeks a consultant to create and routinely update an accurate hydraulic model of its potable water distribution system. The work includes data review, demand development, facility inspection, field calibration, GIS/SCADA-compatible deliverables, program management, technical support, capital-improvement planning, and related operational guidance. The contract is time-and-materials based for five years with mutually agreed annual extensions, and eligible respondents must attend the mandatory pre-submission meeting.
The Town of Lexington’s Utility Department seeks a consultant to create and routinely update an accurate hydraulic model of its potable water distribution system. The work includes data review, demand development, facility inspection, field calibration, GIS/SCADA-compatible deliverables, program management, technical support, capital-improvement planning, and related operational guidance. The contract is time-and-materials based for five years with mutually agreed annual extensions, and eligible respondents must attend the mandatory pre-submission meeting.
The Town of Lexington’s Utility Department seeks a consultant to create and routinely update an accurate hydraulic model of its potable water distribution system. The work includes data review, demand development, facility inspection, field calibration, GIS/SCADA-compatible deliverables, program management, technical support, capital-improvement planning, and related operational guidance. The contract is time-and-materials based for five years with mutually agreed annual extensions, and eligible respondents must attend the mandatory pre-submission meeting.
Sole Source:Don’t pursue—policy allows it, but the Town doesn’t use it in practice.
Coops:Frequently procures through SC Statewide Term Contracts, OMNIA Partners, and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Town of Lexington, SC. Sole source is permitted by the April 2025 policy but is not used in practice—deprioritize this path. Expect formal competitive procurement starting at $20,000, with Town Council approval required over $50,000.
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There is no evidence the Town of Lexington uses cooperative purchasing or permits piggybacking today. You can position these co-ops as another option, and you can gain access to the recommended path through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform by reaching out to your Starbridge contact.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Lexington
Town Council Council Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed several municipal matters, including the passage of a proclamation for Infant Cardiomyopathy Awareness Day. Council members received updates on the town's vision plan and traffic-related construction projects. A public hearing was held regarding updates to town ordinances for the cross-connection control program. Additional business included approving a mutual aid agreement with the town of Batesburg-Leesville, passing a first reading of an amendment to the building codes ordinance, authorizing utility work associated with intersection improvements at US1 and Harmon/Martell, and entering into a lighting agreement with Dominion Energy for a new parking lot.
Town of Lexington Council Regular Council Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting addressed several operational and developmental matters. Key topics included the review of pending litigation and personnel matters in executive session. The council discussed the Cross-Connection Control Program, amendments to building codes, and improvements to the US-1 at Harmon Street and Martel Drive intersection, involving utility relocation. Additionally, the council reviewed a parking lot lighting agreement for North Church Street with Dominion Energy, considered annexation and rezoning requests, and evaluated the Town's streetlight policy and potential ordinances.
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Where does the Town of Lexington post bids and RFPs?
The Town of Lexington publishes bids, RFPs, and contract opportunities on its official Bid Postings page: https://www.lexsc.gov/Bids.aspx. Vendors can subscribe there to receive text or email notifications of new solicitations.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with the Town of Lexington?
Vendors register interest by subscribing on the Town of Lexington Bid Postings page (https://www.lexsc.gov/Bids.aspx). To apply for Local Vendor Preference, submit the Local Vendor Preference Registry and Certification Application with a bid or directly to Town of Lexington, PO Box 397, Lexington, SC 29071 (sford@lexsc.com).
What products and services does the Town of Lexington procure?
The Town of Lexington lists about 88 procurement categories in its 'Dear Prospective Contractor/Vendor' notice (https://www.lexsc.gov/DocumentCenter/View/794). Categories include professional services, construction and utilities, vehicles and maintenance, public safety and EMS equipment, parks and playground supplies, office and janitorial supplies, landscaping, and environmental services.
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Town of Lexon Council Council Work Session
Date: Sep 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council conducted a work session that included an executive session regarding potential property acquisition and contractual matters related to a roadway project. The agenda featured a presentation of the 2026-2027 class of youth ambassadors. Staff proposed amendments to the building codes administration to explicitly list adopted building codes for clarification, with a goal of implementation by January 1. Additionally, the council discussed merging the East Main cast iron water line replacement project with an ongoing roadway design project for U.S. Route 1 at Harmon Street to optimize construction and utility work, noting the need for future state permitting.
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What procurement requirements does the Town of Lexington publish for vendors?
The Town of Lexington requires a valid Certificate of Insurance, IRS Form W-9, and proper licensing to contract; vendors must review each solicitation for solicitation-specific requirements. To qualify for Local Vendor Preference, in‑Town vendors must hold a Town business license for at least three consecutive years.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the Town of Lexington?
Procurement for the Town of Lexington is governed by its codified ordinances published in the Municode Library (https://library.municode.com/sc/lexington) and applicable South Carolina procurement law; vendor-facing rules and standard terms appear in the Town's 'Dear Prospective Contractor/Vendor' notice and the Local Vendor Preference ordinance.
What supplier diversity or Local Vendor Preference programs does the Town of Lexington use?
The Town of Lexington operates a Local Vendor Preference (LVP) program that applies tiered bid price reductions by principal office location: 7% (max $15,000) in‑Town; 5% (max $12,000) in Lexington County; 4% (max $8,000) in specified neighboring counties; and 2% (max $3,750) elsewhere in South Carolina. Qualification requires a principal office maintained 3+ years.
