Emergency Procurement for Window Blinds Installation – Berkeley County School District

The Berkeley County School District executed an emergency procurement to purchase and install window blinds in two newly constructed school buildings, addressing urgent operational and safety needs before the schools open for students. The original vendor was unable to fulfill the contract due to health issues, prompting the district to secure a new vendor quickly under South Carolina emergency procurement statutes. The award amount was $117,248, and the work required rapid production and installation to meet the school opening schedule. • Scope: furnishing and installing window blinds for two school facilities. • Reason: emergency situation with no time for competitive bidding. • Vendor: A Shade Above the Rest, selected as the sole source to meet tight deadlines.