Richland One sponsors SWMBE orientation seminar

Richland One is holding a free orientation workshop for small, women and minority-owned businesses Monday, April 28 at 7 p.m. at Columbia High School, 1701 Westchester Dr.

The purpose of the workshop is to explain opportunities available in conjunction with the upcoming bond construction program which will cost approximately $381 million and center on upgrading and constructing new secondary schools. 

Additionally, the district's goal for this project is to have no less than 15 percent of the total controllable dollars for procurement of supplies, services and construction directed to small, women and minority-owned businesses. DESA has been contracted to provide consulting services to SWMBEs to ensure a high rate of participation in the project.

Seminar attendees will hear an overview of the building program and review the schedule for various construction phases. A session on preparing to do business with the district is part of the seminar.

To register or obtain additional information, interested persons may call (803) 256-3212, x 1116, or send an e-mail message to richlandone@desainc.com