Opportunity
University of South Carolina Supplier systems #270017-01
USC Upstate Palmetto House HVAC Boiler Replacement – Lochinvar, Spirotherm, AXIOM Equipment
Posted
August 06, 2026
Respond By
September 10, 2026
Identifier
270017-01
NAICS
238220, 238290, 238210
This opportunity involves the replacement of HVAC boiler systems at the University of South Carolina Upstate's Palmetto House in Spartanburg, SC. - Government Buyer: - University of South Carolina, Upstate Campus, Facilities Planning Design and Construction - OEMs and Vendors: - Lochinvar (specified for boilers) - Spirotherm (hydronic air/dirt separator) - AXIOM (hydronic chemical feeder) - Johnson Controls (building management system integration) - Acceptable alternates: ITT Bell and Gossett, Taco, AERCO, Patterson-Kelley, Armstrong Pumps - Products/Services Requested: - Two Lochinvar FCB1500 fire tube heating boilers (1,500 MBH input, 1,443 MBH output) - One Spirotherm VDT400FAM hydronic air/dirt separator - One AXIOM NT15 hydronic chemical feeder - Demolition and disposal of existing boilers, piping, and electrical connections - Installation of new boilers, piping, controls, and integration with Johnson Controls BMS - Testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) of the new HVAC system - Hydronic pumps, piping, valves, meters, gages, hangers, supports, insulation, and instrumentation/control systems - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Field verification of existing conditions - Coordination with all trades - $1,500 construction allowance for insulation and fire stopping - 10-year heat exchanger warranty, 5-year burner warranty, 18-month parts and installation warranty - Small and minority business participation highly encouraged - All work must meet specified technical and safety standards - Integration with existing Johnson Controls building management system - Substantial completion required within 120 days from commencement - Bids must be submitted by hand-delivery or mail service only
Description
This solicitation is for the replacement of existing fire tube heating boilers, piping, and electrical connections at the Upstate Palmetto House. The work includes demolition, disposal, and installation of controls as defined in the project drawings. Bidders are required to submit bids via hand-delivery or mail service only. The project encourages participation from small and minority businesses.