Electrical services

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is seeking electrical services for the Cohen Campbell Fisheries Center through a Request for Quotes (RFQ) solicitation. The contract covers 100 standard hours and 10 emergency hours of electrical work, with an estimated $15,000 in materials. Specific service requirements include maintenance, repair, and installation of single-phase and three-phase electrical systems, troubleshooting of control panels, conduit and wiring installations, and earth ground resistance testing. Contractors must hold a valid South Carolina Mechanical Contractor's License with Electrical Designation and employ at least one full-time Master Electrician licensed in South Carolina. The solicitation requires bidders to demonstrate technical expertise in electrical systems, capability to respond to emergencies within 12 hours, and compliance with state and local codes. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including their license, references, equipment list, and emergency response capabilities. The solicitation was issued on 7/25/2025, with offers due by 8/26/2025 at 10:00 am EST, and the award to be posted on the same date, with an initial contract term estimated to run from 2025 to 2026.

The procurement allows for potential preference considerations for South Carolina resident contractors, subcontractors, and vendors, with specific qualification criteria. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation suggests a preference for local businesses. The pricing structure will include standard hourly rates, emergency hourly rates, and a materials discount percentage off list price, though specific rates are to be determined. The contract appears to be open to qualified electrical contractors who can meet the stringent licensing and technical requirements. The estimated contract value suggests a moderate-scale procurement, with approximately $15,000 allocated for materials and additional funding for labor hours. Contractors will need to demonstrate robust emergency response capabilities, technical proficiency, and compliance with local regulatory standards to be considered for the contract. The procurement is specifically for the Lexington County area and focused on electrical services for the Cohen Campbell Fisheries Center.