University of South Carolina Supplier systems #260194-01

Fire Pump Controller Replacement and Fire Suppression System Upgrade at Caroliniana Library

The University of South Carolina is seeking bids for the replacement and upgrade of the fire pump controller at the Caroliniana Library in Columbia, SC. - Government Buyer: - University of South Carolina, Office of State Engineer, South Carolina Division of Procurement Services - Products and Equipment Requested: - Fire Pump Controller (soft start type), quantity: 1 - Replacement of existing controller as specified by the Fire Protection Engineer - Temporary Generator, quantity: 1 - To provide power during renovation with a maximum downtime of 48 hours - Replacement of normal and emergency generator wiring to the controller - Services Requested: - Demolition of existing fire pump controller - Installation of new fire pump controller - Electrical work: removal and replacement of conductors, modification of transfer switch time delay, verification of grounding and wiring - Coordination for temporary power and minimal disruption to building operations - Maintaining building occupancy and life safety systems throughout construction - Testing and commissioning per NFPA 13 and 20 standards - Design-Bid-Build construction services with a one-year warranty on workmanship and materials - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All fire protection systems and equipment must be installed and tested by a licensed sprinkler contractor - Impairment plans required for any fire protection system outages - Performance and payment bonds at 100% of contract price - Liquidated damages of $250 per day for delays beyond substantial completion - Construction cost range: $100,000 to $120,000 - No specific OEMs are named, but the technical specifications reference controllers for fire-pump drivers and related electrical work - Locations: - Place of performance: Caroliniana Library, 902/910 Sumter St., Columbia, SC - Contracting office: University of South Carolina Purchasing Department, 1600 Hampton St. Suite 606, Columbia, SC - Project coordination: RMF Engineering, 194 Seven Farms Drive, Suite G, Charleston, SC

Description

This solicitation is for the replacement of the existing Fire Pump Controller with a new soft start type as specified by the Fire Protection Engineer. It includes the replacement of the normal and emergency generator wiring to the controller. All other equipment and sprinkler system in the building, including the existing emergency generator, fuel tank, and fire pump, are to remain. The project is located at the Caroliniana Library in Columbia, South Carolina. Bidders must submit bids by May 27, 2026, and the project delivery method is Design-Bid-Build.

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