Fort Mill, SC – June 2025 – The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES), which administers the NPDES program, has chosen Delta Bravo’s PermitPro to improve permitting processes.
The Request for Proposal (RFP), issued in April 2025, outlines the following key features:
- Permit evaluation: The AI system will be used to assess permit applications for potential errors and flag discrepancies.
- Document processing: The software will assist staff in reviewing and evaluating permit-related documents.
- Drafting and recommendations: The AI tool will generate draft permits and provide recommendations for corrections based on application data.
- Workflow efficiency: The ultimate goal is to enhance the overall efficiency of the permitting process and streamline organizational workflows.
South Carolina’s broader Artificial Intelligence Strategy, released in 2024, establishes a framework for AI implementation across state agencies, with the NPDES AI system being one of its specific initiatives.
Delta Bravo Founder and CEO, Rick Oppedisano, said:
“From Day One, we’ve prioritized making a difference closest to home first. I couldn’t be happier about this award; first for our team and new partners at DES, but also for the impact we can make on our state. PermitPro will empower SCDES to advance permits vital to the communities in our state 10X faster than ever before, with greater precision than ever before.”
A brief PermitPro overview video is available below.