5400029925 AwardExtension2.pdf

This is an Award Extension notice issued by the South Carolina Department of Corrections regarding a rebid solicitation for stainless steel correctional toilets under IFB 5400029925. The solicitation requests sealed bids for a total of 200 stainless steel toilet units comprising two line items: 50 modified stainless steel toilets for Lieber Correctional Institution and 150 standard stainless steel toilets for distribution to 20 other SCDC facilities statewide. Original bids were due July 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EST, with questions due by July 2, 2026. The award extension posted on July 28, 2026 extends the new award posting date to August 3, 2026, reflecting the need for additional review time. The contract carries an initial one-year term with four optional one-year renewal periods, establishing a maximum five-year contract life. Delivery must be completed FOB Destination to SCDC facilities throughout South Carolina no later than 90 days after purchase-order receipt, with all shipping charges included in the bid price.

The toilets must comply with ASME standards and feature stainless steel construction in either 304 or 316 gauge with specified security features and dimensions. Preferred brands are I-Con 101882:001112 or Acorn R2115-T-2 for the modified toilet line item and I-Con 101882:0000057 or Acorn R2115-W-2 for the standard toilet line item, though equivalent products are acceptable. Award will be made separately by line item to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Bidders may claim South Carolina Resident Vendor Preference, South Carolina End-Product Preference, or United States End-Product Preference under S.C. Code Section 11-35-1524 if they qualify. Bidders must register as South Carolina vendors, submit signed cover pages, and comply with ethics certifications, debarment certifications, and drug-free workplace requirements. The State reserves the right to consider discount offers for prompt payment and may cancel the solicitation or reject any or all offers.