# University of South Carolina Supplier systems #270043-01

USC Upstate Palmetto House Fire Alarm System Replacement (Johnson Controls Specified)

**Posted:** September 16, 2026
**Respond By:** October 20, 2026
**Identifier:** 270043-01
**NAICS:** 238210

This opportunity is for the replacement of the fire alarm system at the Palmetto House Dorm, University of South Carolina Upstate.
- Government Buyer:
  - University of South Carolina (USC Upstate)
  - Project coordinated by Burdette Engineering, Inc.
- OEM Highlight:
  - Johnson Controls (JCI) is specified as the required manufacturer for the new addressable voice fire alarm system and all associated devices.
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Complete removal of the existing fire alarm system
  - Installation of a new Johnson Controls (JCI) addressable voice fire alarm system
    - Fire Alarm Control Panel (JCI IFC-3030)
    - Manual pull stations (high impact, keyed alike)
    - Flashing lights (JCI LED strobes)
    - Smoke detectors (JCI photoelectric, dual chamber)
    - Smoke detectors with sounder base (JCI, for sleeping areas)
    - Duct smoke detectors (JCI, with test switch and remote test capability)
    - Heat detectors (JCI, rate-of-rise and fixed temperature)
    - Carbon monoxide detectors (JCI, addressable, UL 2075 listed)
    - Fire alarm speakers (UL-1480 listed, multi-tap transformers)
  - Construction services for installation, testing, and commissioning
  - System testing and certification in presence of Owner and Fire Marshal
  - One-year warranty and proposal for biannual maintenance per NFPA 72
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - All devices and systems must be Johnson Controls (JCI) brand
  - Compliance with NEC, NFPA 72, ADA, UL, NEMA, ANSI, and IEEE standards
  - Contractor must hold an EL5 electrical license
  - One-year warranty on all work and materials
  - Biannual maintenance proposal required
  - Project duration is 90 calendar days with liquidated damages for delays
  - No email bid submissions accepted; official portal use required

### Description

This solicitation is for the removal of the existing fire alarm system at USC Upstate's Palmetto House Dorm and replacement with a new fire alarm system including all devices. The work is classified under Construction Services and will be performed in summer 2027. The procurement method is Invitation for Bids, with bids accepted from September 16, 2026, to October 20, 2026. The project location is Palmetto House Dorm, 470 Hodge Drive, Spartanburg, SC.

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