TOC - Large Boiler High Pressure Contracting

The contract involves providing as-needed contracting services for large high-pressure boiler utility systems within South Carolina, specifically targeting the university's facilities. Bidders must hold a valid South Carolina contracting license with HT and classification H27-C010-LC at the time of proposal submission and throughout the contract duration. The solicitation, titled "TOC - Large Boiler High Pressure Contracting," was posted on May 30, 2025, with a deadline for responses set for June 19, 2025. The project scope is valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000, and it falls under the NAICS code 333924, which pertains to industrial machinery manufacturing and repair services. The contracting agency is the University of South Carolina - Sumter, part of the South Carolina state system, and the procurement process emphasizes electronic submission through the university's online Supplier Portal, launched in 2021, with detailed instructions provided to ensure compliance and facilitate timely bid submissions. The solicitation process requires prospective contractors to register on the university’s Supplier Portal, access solicitation opportunities, and submit proposals electronically. Multiple guidance documents outline the registration process, system features, and support resources, emphasizing the importance of early registration to avoid technical issues. These instructions detail the phased rollout of the electronic submission system, which became fully operational in March 2021, and include links to training resources and FAQs to assist vendors. The overall procurement aims to streamline the bidding process, ensure compliance with licensing requirements, and select qualified contractors capable of maintaining and servicing large boiler systems critical to university operations within the designated geographic area.