5400026053 myrtle beach HVAC

The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) is seeking a licensed HVAC contractor to replace the existing electric HVAC unit at the Myrtle Beach office located at 1200 21st Avenue North. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a comprehensive HVAC replacement project, specifically requiring the installation of a Trane 15-ton package heat pump or equivalent alternative with a 208-230/60/3 heat kit. The project scope includes complete removal of the existing heat pump, full installation of the new unit, system startup in both cooling and heating modes, and comprehensive testing. Contractors must provide all labor, supplies, materials, and equipment necessary for proper function and efficient operation, including equipment disposal, refrigerant handling in compliance with environmental regulations, and ensuring site cleanliness. Key deliverables include obtaining necessary permits, maintaining local building code compliance, and providing a warranty of at least five years for the compressor, one year for parts, and one year for labor. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit was scheduled for November 2, 2023, at 11:00 AM, with prospective offerors required to submit questions by November 3, 2023, at 10:00 AM. Sealed bids were due by November 17, 2023, at 11:00 AM through online submission at www.procurement.sc.gov, with award notification originally scheduled for November 21, 2023.

The solicitation includes specific provisions for South Carolina resident preferences, requiring bidders to maintain an in-state office and meet direct labor cost thresholds to qualify. Contractors must be licensed HVAC professionals and may propose alternative brands or models, subject to SCDMV approval, with detailed specifications and equivalence justification required. Insurance requirements include general liability coverage of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, along with worker's compensation and auto liability coverage. The solicitation mandates compliance with Title VI civil rights provisions, drug-free workplace certification, and debarment certifications. Work is restricted to specific hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with Wednesday hours from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Contractors must complete all work within three days of implementation. Notably, the solicitation includes a "No Award" statement indicating that no offers received met the initial solicitation requirements, suggesting the project will be re-solicited. While no specific budget range was explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the HVAC replacement and installation requirements implies a significant project investment.