Electric Meter Testing

The City of Rock Hill, South Carolina, is seeking competitive bids for Electric Meter Testing services through Invitation for Bids #23/24-IFB-024. The procurement focuses on testing and calibration of Commercial, Industrial, and Residential Current Transformer meters, with an anticipated annual testing volume of approximately 300 meters. Bidders must have a minimum of five years of verifiable electric meter testing experience and complete all testing by May 30th of each contract year. The initial contract term is 36 months, starting November 1, 2023, with two potential 12-month renewal options. Prospective vendors must submit electronic bids through the City's eProcurement Portal by October 17, 2023, at 2:00 pm. Key deliverables include comprehensive meter testing and calibration services, with pricing structured on a per-test cost that includes all materials, supplies, equipment, and labor. Evaluation criteria will likely consider technical expertise, pricing, and compliance with specified insurance and professional standards.

The contract includes local purchasing provisions that may provide a 3-5% adjustment factor for local businesses within York County, with a maximum adjustment cap of $25,000. Bidders must maintain specific insurance requirements, including $1,000,000 automobile liability insurance per vehicle, $2,000,000 general liability insurance, and Workers' Compensation Insurance. Compliance requirements include adherence to the Illegal Immigration Reform Act and Iran Divestment Act. The contract is subject to annual funding appropriation, and the City reserves the right to negotiate, reject any bids, or make alternative decisions in its best interest. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the scope suggests a technical service contract focused on maintaining electrical metering infrastructure across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. No incumbent vendors are identified in the provided documentation, and the contract appears open to qualified testing companies with demonstrable expertise in electrical meter diagnostics and calibration methodologies.