Pickens County

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Buyer type:: County
Location:: Pickens, SC
Country:: US

Pickens County RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

Generator Replacement Projects (FIRE) RFP
Open
Aug 18, 2026
Closes
Sep 16, 2026
Provide two new generators for the fire department. Each installation shall include, at a minimum: Removal of the existing generator system. Removal of the existing automatic transfer switch (ATS), where required. Installation of a new liquid-cooled standby generator. Installation of a new Service Entrance Rated Automatic Transfer Switch. Installation of all required raceways, wiring, conduit, control wiring, disconnects, and associated electrical equipment. Gas piping and associated materials required for operation. Generator startup and commissioning. Operational testing under load. Manufacturer activation.
FIRE RESCUE BOAT RFP
Open
Aug 18, 2026
Closes
Sep 16, 2026
Pickens County is accepting sealed bids for one new fire rescue boat for its Fire department. The solicitation was published on August 18, 2026, under solicitation number 202708, and bids are due by 2:30 p.m. on September 16, 2026. Bids will be opened in the Finance Conference Room at the County Administration building, and inquiries may be directed to Ralph Guarino at 864-898-5854.
FIRE RESCUE BOAT
Open
Aug 18, 2026
Closes
Sep 16, 2026
Pickens County is accepting sealed bids for one new fire rescue boat for its Fire department. The solicitation was published on August 18, 2026, under solicitation number 202708, and bids are due by 2:30 p.m. on September 16, 2026. Bids will be opened in the Finance Conference Room at the County Administration building, and inquiries may be directed to Ralph Guarino at 864-898-5854.

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Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
174865
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
609
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
139,198
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
62 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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How to Sell to Pickens County

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Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
62 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: Avoid—process is opaque and high-risk here; move to coops instead.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, 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.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- Pickens County, SC: Sole source is unpredictable with no accessible awards/justifications. Internal justification and approval are opaque; expect delays and risk. No public sole source dollar threshold identified. Note: the county’s low $20,000 competitive bidding threshold makes formal bidding frequent—use coops to bypass.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- Pickens County has used cooperative purchasing; they are a confirmed Sourcewell participant. You can get onboarded to the recommended path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from Pickens County

Pickens County Council Council Meeting
Date: Aug 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council discussed revisions to the draft solar farm ordinance, focusing on environmental impact mitigation such as requiring wildlife-permeable fencing, native plant replanting, and erosion control measures, as well as aligning the acreage threshold with state standards. Additionally, the Council addressed the Lake Keowee overlay district, specifically debating setback and buffer requirements and reviewing the interplay between overlay regulations and existing county ordinances regarding water quality and property development.
Pickens County Council Regular Meeting
Date: Mar 1, 2021Type: Meeting mention
The meeting opened with a prayer, the pledge of allegiance, and a tribute to a veteran. During the public forum, residents addressed several concerns, including national political issues, the prevention of property title theft, and a critique of local economic development strategies. Additionally, speakers discussed the preservation of constitutional and religious rights, requested increased transparency regarding a study commissioned by the Appalachian Council of Governments, and voiced safety concerns regarding high traffic speeds in residential subdivisions.
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Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to Pickens County.

Allison FowlerAssistant Administrator

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Ralph E. GuarinoAssistant Administrator and Chief Financial Officer

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