Find HVAC & Mechanical RFPs in South Carolina

104 active opportunities· Updated daily

18+ agencies6 set-aside19 with posted budget

Active hvac & mechanical opportunities in South Carolina right now come from agencies including University of South Carolina, Williamsburg County School District and Corrections, among others. The nearest deadline is September 8, 2026. New solicitations are added daily. Sign up to get the ones matched to your business scored and delivered automatically.

How do I find hvac & mechanical bids in South Carolina?

South Carolina hvac & mechanical solicitations are spread across 18+ different buyer sites: state procurement portals, city and county purchasing pages, school districts, and cooperative networks, each posting on its own schedule. You can check every source by hand, or use a bid discovery tool. BidSparq monitors 23,000+ federal, state, local, education, and healthcare sources daily, including the South Carolina sources behind this page, scores each new solicitation 0 to 100 against your company profile, and alerts you only when a hvac & mechanical bid is worth your time. The 104 opportunities on this page refresh daily. For the full method, read how to find government RFPs and price the work against the free GSA labor rate lookup.

TitleAgencyDue DateSet-AsideEst. Value
WCSD - Kitchen Equipment Preventative Maintenance and RepairsWilliamsburg County School District2026-09-08-$300K
LV Bushing ReplacementCorrections2026-09-08-$20K
Residential Bathroom ModificationBidNet Portal - SC2026-09-08Minority Business Enterprise$30K
Control Management. Inc.Dorchester School District Two2026-09-09-$400K
Kitchen Hood Inspection & RepairsBerkeley County School District2026-09-09-$80K
Air CarolinasMarlboro County School District2026-09-09-$20K
Residence Hall Elevator Modernization ProjectSouth Carolina Governor's School for Science and Mathematics2026-09-09-$300K
Mediascape LightingMaterials Mgmt Ofc2026-09-09-$300K
Landrum Welcome Center Lift Station MaintenanceSouth Carolina Recreation and Tourism Department of Parks2026-09-09NONE$85K
Request for Quotes-Provide Cold Room Refrigeration EquipmentMedical University of South Carolina2026-09-09-$150K
Christmas Lights on Front Street Request for BidCity of Georgetown2026-09-10-$150K
IOP 1st Floor Lobby RenovationsMedical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)2026-09-10-$800K
District Wide Fire Inspection Services & RepairsCharleston County School District2026-09-10Minority Business Enterprise$1.5M
1.5 Inch & 2-Inch Meter ReplacementCity of Florence2026-09-10-$50K
TOC - General Contracting Services for State Park Properties in the Upper Coast…Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism2026-09-10-$4.0M
USC Upstate Palmetto house HVAC Boiler ReplacementUniversity of South Carolina2026-09-10-$270K
1.5-inch & 2-inch AMI Meter ReplacementWest Baton Rouge Parish Natural Gas and Water Systems2026-09-10Minority Business Enterprise-
Upstate Palmetto house HVAC Boiler ReplacementUniversity of South Carolina2026-09-10Minority Business Enterprise$310K
Charleston-Fort Johnson Mechanical Infrastructure Renovations - Chilled Water P…Department of Natural Resources2026-09-11-$1.0M
Capstone RenovationUniversity of South Carolina2026-09-11Minority Business Enterprise$83.0M

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Tips for Winning HVAC & Mechanical Contracts in South Carolina

  • EPA Section 608 technician certification is mandatory for anyone handling refrigerants on government HVAC equipment. Ensure all technicians have current Universal, Type I, II, or III certification as appropriate.
  • GSA Schedule 03FAC (Facilities Maintenance and Management) is the primary contract vehicle for federal HVAC services. Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) through DOE are another major vehicle for HVAC modernization in federal buildings.
  • Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements apply to federally funded HVAC construction and installation over $2,000. Factor these wage rates into bids: they significantly affect labor costs and vary by locality.

HVAC & Mechanical RFP FAQ

What certifications are required for government HVAC contracts?

EPA Section 608 certification is mandatory for refrigerant handling. NATE (North American Technician Excellence) certification is increasingly preferred. State mechanical/HVAC contractor licenses are required in most jurisdictions. For federal work, bonding (per the Miller Act for contracts over $150,000) and appropriate insurance are required. Security clearances may be needed for DOD installations.

What is an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC)?

ESPCs allow federal agencies to procure energy-saving improvements (including HVAC modernization) with no upfront capital cost. An energy service company (ESCO) designs, installs, and finances improvements, then guarantees energy savings that pay for the project over the contract term (up to 25 years). DOE manages the federal ESPC program with pre-qualified ESCOs.

How do prevailing wage requirements affect HVAC bids?

The Davis-Bacon Act requires prevailing wages on federally funded construction contracts over $2,000. HVAC installation falls under construction wage classifications. Wage rates vary by county and trade classification: check the Department of Labor's Wage Determinations at sam.gov before bidding. State prevailing wage laws may also apply to state-funded projects.

What bonding requirements apply to government HVAC contracts?

The Miller Act requires performance and payment bonds on federal construction contracts over $150,000. HVAC installation projects typically trigger Miller Act requirements. Many state and local governments have similar bonding requirements (Little Miller Acts). Bonding capacity is a key factor in winning larger HVAC contracts: build bonding relationships early.

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