Mississippi Procurement Portal #3160008208

Solar-powered e-bike and scooter charging stations for campus mobility at University of Southern Mississippi

The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking bids for solar-powered e-bike and scooter charging stations to enhance sustainable campus mobility. - Government Buyer: - University of Southern Mississippi, Procurement Services (Amber Floyd) - Products Requested: - Solar-powered charging stations for at least 16 e-bikes/e-scooters - Must include integrated solar photovoltaic panels and battery energy storage - Secure lockable compartments for device parking and charging - Weather-resistant construction (marine-grade aluminum, stainless steel, or equivalent) - ADA accessibility and UL-listed electrical components - Web-based monitoring, mobile app access, and university branding options - Services Requested: - Turnkey installation, site assessment, delivery, testing, commissioning, staff training, and warranty support - Unique Requirements: - Must operate reliably in Mississippi's climate (heat, humidity, wind, corrosion) - Vandal-resistant features and robust security measures - Vendors must demonstrate experience with similar installations and provide references - Warranty periods: structural (5 years), solar panels (25 years), electrical (2 years), battery storage (5 years), installation workmanship (2 years) - No specific OEMs are named; solicitation is open to qualified manufacturers and integrators capable of meeting the technical specifications.

Description

The University of Southern Mississippi is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase and installation of solar-powered e-bike and scooter charging stations. The scope includes furnishing, delivering, installing, testing, and commissioning a charging station that supports at least sixteen e-bikes and/or e-scooters simultaneously, powered primarily by solar energy with battery storage. The equipment must meet specific technical, environmental, safety, security, and accessibility requirements suitable for Mississippi conditions. The solicitation also requires vendor qualifications and includes warranty and support provisions. Bids are due by September 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

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