Specifications include, but are not limited to: Richland County Government is accepting qualifications from professional Title Abstract Examiners within the State of South Carolina to perform title searches for properties located in Richland County. 1) Must be familiar with and ensure that their work on behalf of Richland County complies with the South Carolina Laws and requirements regarding Title Abstracting. 2) Must be able to work with minimal supervision in coordinating with Richland County, State of South Carolina and U.S. Government officials as needed to ensure smooth and timely completion of the requested service. Qualities: Must be organized, attentive to details and mindful of the importance of each transaction. 1. Full Title Search Services: researching, analyzing, and evaluating the legal ownership or title to real property. 2. Updated title search services: Services to include 40 years past to present searches to include all interest, encumbrances and liens. 3. Up-to-date addresses of all parties. 4. Provide a turn- around time for these services. 5. Additional investigation may include a search through miscellaneous public filings