CNC adjustable water level plasma cutter

The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a CNC Adjustable Water Level Plasma Cutter to be used by Prison Industries/Sign Shop in Richland County. The solicitation seeks one unit of a CNC 5x10 plasma cutter with specific technical capabilities, including the ability to cut up to 3/4-inch thick metals at 20 inches per minute. The equipment must be equipped with a Powermax65 200-600V controller, 220V three-phase 50-amp power supply, and US-made Flashcut CNC control with V Carve Pro software. Required features include a water table, adjustable leveling legs, emergency stop buttons, manual and automatic operation capabilities, and a 24-inch control screen. The solicitation was initially issued on November 3, 2023, with an offer submission deadline of November 14, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. The award notification was scheduled for November 27, 2023, with delivery required within 90 days of purchase order receipt. Delivery must occur between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to the SCDC Prison Industries/Sign Shop located at 4460 Broad River Road, Columbia, South Carolina.

Vendors claiming US end-product preference, SC resident vendor preference, or SC end-product preference must comply with specific statutory requirements and provide appropriate documentation. All bidders are required to register with the state to obtain a vendor number and acknowledge receipt of any solicitation amendments. The contract was ultimately awarded to Techno CNC Systems LLC of Ronkonkoma, New York (Vendor #700026673) for $37,498.00. The awarded equipment includes a comprehensive package featuring a welded steel frame, GH20 Hiwin bearing cards, NEMA 32 drive system, and an 8-inch Z clearance. The contract requires the vendor to provide delivery and setup, follow-on training within two weeks of delivery, and includes a two-year parts and labor warranty with lifetime phone support. The procurement process allows for vendors offering alternative products to submit complete descriptive literature demonstrating product equivalency, with the state reserving the right to reject any or all offers and award based on the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Payment will be made by electronic funds transfer upon submission of proper invoices for accepted deliveries.