EMERGENCY POWER SUPPLY MAINTENANCE

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive Emergency Power Supply System (EPSS) electrical maintenance services in Charleston County. The Request for Proposal (RFP) targets a one-year contract with four potential one-year renewals, effectively creating a maximum five-year agreement spanning from 08/15/2025 to 08/14/2030. Contractors must have a minimum of five years' experience in commercial/industrial electrical maintenance and possess factory training certifications for specific electrical equipment manufacturers including Russelelectric, ASCO, Zenith, Eaton, and Schnieder-Electric. The maintenance scope includes detailed inspections of electrical systems, encompassing visual checks, wiring examinations, mechanical assessments, LED indicator verifications, and infrared testing across 28 different buildings and facilities. Key deliverables include comprehensive maintenance of automatic transfer switches, switchgear, and related electrical infrastructure serving MUSC healthcare facilities. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit is scheduled for 06/11/2025, with electronic proposals due by 07/09/2025 at 11:00 AM EST, and the award expected to be posted on 07/31/2024.

The solicitation requires vendors to be a single, distinct legal entity and hold a valid commercial contractor license in South Carolina. Contractors must obtain all necessary permits and be prepared to cover expenses related to campus access, including badges, background checks, and potential drug testing. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the RFP emphasizes strict compliance with local, state, and federal safety standards, codes, and regulations. The equipment inventory covers multiple MUSC and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) locations, including Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital, Ashley River Tower Hospital, and various research and clinical facilities. Although precise award values are not specified, the comprehensive nature of the electrical infrastructure maintenance suggests a significant contract scope. Vendors must submit multiple electronic copies of their proposals, including redacted versions, and are required to hold their offer open for a minimum of 90 calendar days after the opening date. Notably, generators are explicitly excluded from the contract's scope, with the focus solely on maintenance of electrical transfer and distribution systems.