Submersible Pump

This solicitation, issued by the South Carolina Department of Corrections under solicitation number 5400029168, seeks the furnishing and delivery of two submersible pumps, specifically the KSB F080-252/154XEG-S model, to the Broad River Correctional facility in Columbia, South Carolina. The contract requires that all equipment be new, unused, and conform to manufacturer specifications, including technical parameters such as a 20 HP rating and specific hydraulic performance. Delivery is mandated within 30 days after receipt of order, and the contract includes a 7-year prorated manufacturer warranty along with a 1-year warranty on labor and workmanship. The location for delivery and acceptance is the Broad River Correctional facility, and the government's acceptance will be based on compliance with stated requirements. Procurement will be conducted on a Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, awarding the contract to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. The solicitation emphasizes adherence to South Carolina and U.S. end-product preference statutes, prohibiting substitution of nonqualifying goods under penalty of termination and potential debarment. Payment will be made via electronic funds transfer, with the contractor required to accept South Carolina Purchasing Card payments without surcharges. Contract performance spans from January 6, 2026, through March 30, 2026. The contract contains standard clauses addressing termination for convenience, taxes, warranty, and limitation of liability capped at $28,000 per agency, excluding certain claims such as bodily injury or intellectual property infringement. No specific packaging, bar-coding, or Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses related to small business status or socioeconomic categories are included. Representations and certifications relate mainly to debarment status, conflict of interest disclosure, and price independence. The solicitation mandates disclosure of key personnel and compliance with tax withholding for nonresident contractors. Communication during the procurement process is managed through the designated procurement officer, Stephen Pullie, with proposals submitted online by December 30, 2025. Overall, the contract sets clear performance, delivery, and administrative conditions centered on ensuring timely supply of high-quality, compliant submersible pumps to the state's correctional facility with an emphasis on cost-effectiveness and regulatory adherence.