# University of South Carolina Supplier systems #270051-01

Replace the North Energy Plant’s 3,000-ton chiller and associated infrastructure

**Posted:** September 26, 2026
**Respond By:** November 04, 2026
**Identifier:** 270051-01
**NAICS:** 238220, 238210, 238290

The University of South Carolina is seeking construction services to replace the North Energy Plant’s 3,000-ton Chiller CH-02 and connected infrastructure.
- **Government buyer:** University of South Carolina; work is at the USC North Energy Plant in Columbia, South Carolina.
- **OEM:** **Trane** is named as the chiller’s basis of design; the drawings do not identify a required manufacturer for the refrigerant leak detection equipment. **RMF Engineering, Inc.** is identified as the design team, not as a specified equipment supplier.
- **Products requested:** One 3,000-ton electric centrifugal chiller (CH-02), one refrigerant leak detection monitor, and one refrigerant leak detection monitor panel.
  - The chiller is specified for R-514A refrigerant, 4,160 V, three-phase, 60 Hz power, and a minimum efficiency of 0.5546 kW/ton. Design flows are 4,800 GPM on the evaporator side and 6,600 GPM on the condenser side.
- **Construction work:** Remove the existing chiller and associated electrical connections; install the replacement on the existing equipment pad; modify chilled-water and tower-water branches, including isolation valves; and complete related electrical feeder and connection work.
- **Integration and operational requirements:** Connect the new chiller to the existing central control and monitoring system, and connect the leak detection monitor and panel to existing power, controls, and building automation. Coordinate chilled-water and tower-water shutdowns with the Owner to limit campus service disruption.

### Description

The solicitation seeks replacement of a 3,000-ton water-cooled chiller in the North Energy Plant at the University of South Carolina’s Columbia campus. The work includes all associated mechanical and electrical work. Prospective bidders should refer to the project manual and drawing set for further specifications. The method is Invitation for Bids, and the source states that multiple offers are not allowed.

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