Emerson Rosemount Transmitters & Manifolds

This solicitation, issued by the University of South Carolina - Sumter under solicitation number GS-IFB-240269-01 dated July 11, 2024, seeks qualified sources to supply Emerson Rosemount Transmitters and associated five-valve coplanar manifolds. The procurement targets specific models such as the Rosemount 3051CD4A22A1AE5M4T1 transmitter featuring 4-20 mA or low-power HART® output, pressure ranges from 0.83 inches H₂O up to 2000 psig, and high accuracy levels, with wetted materials including stainless steel, Hastelloy, Monel, or Tantalum. The manifolds are constructed from 316 stainless steel and PTFE/graphite packing, designed to support multiple transmitter configurations. All equipment must be new, meet strict technical specifications outlined in the contract, comply with industry standards including HART®, WirelessHART®, FOUNDATION™ fieldbus, PROFIBUS® PA, and NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 for sour gas service, and be manufactured by Emerson Rosemount. Deliveries are designated to occur in South Carolina at locations specified by the Using Governmental Units, with F.O.B. destination terms that shift risk upon delivery at the receiving dock. The procurement process is conducted via a competitive Invitation for Bids (IFB) with no negotiations permitted, and awards will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on the lowest total bid price, reflecting a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation approach. Bids must be electronically submitted by July 25, 2024, with the award posted on July 29, 2024. The solicitation emphasizes adherence to strict terms and conditions including fixed pricing for the contract duration, the requirement for full disclosure of organizational conflicts of interest, and certification that bids are independently priced. The contract includes provisions for termination for convenience, providing for compensation based on completed or partially completed work, and mandates compliance with all applicable laws. Required certifications include debarment status, conflict of interest disclosures, minority participation details, and price independence. Payment will follow submission of proper invoices and may be made via check or ACH to addresses provided by the contractor. Documentation must meet packaging, labeling, and descriptive literature standards, with consideration given to alternate packaging. Overall, this solicitation establishes a rigid, transparent procurement framework to ensure acquisition of high-quality Emerson Rosemount instrumentation tailored to the University’s operational requirements.