Install of whelen lights/sirens

The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is soliciting quotes for the installation of Whelen lights and sirens on agency-provided Dodge Charger vehicles. The procurement involves installing a comprehensive blue light package on approximately 90 vehicles, with specific equipment including a vehicle light and siren controller, 100-watt compact siren speaker, LED lighthead units, and side-mounted LED blue lights. The contractor must complete a minimum of four vehicle installations per week and maintain a facility within 110 miles of Columbia, SC. Key qualification requirements include demonstrating a history of successful law enforcement vehicle equipment installation. The solicitation requires online proposal submission by May 1, 2023 at 3:00 PM, with vendor questions due by April 14, 2023 at 10:00 AM. The anticipated contract period runs from May 8, 2023 through May 7, 2024, with award notification scheduled for May 5, 2023. Due to installation volume, the agency reserves the right to award to both the lowest and second-lowest bidders.

The procurement allows for South Carolina resident contractor and subcontractor preferences, potentially providing advantages to local businesses. The contractor must maintain liability insurance with minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence for Commercial General Liability and Auto Liability, with the State named as an additional insured. No sales or use taxes will be paid by the State, and these must be excluded from all pricing submissions. The total per-vehicle equipment cost is $1,127.55, with the contractor required to provide a one-year warranty covering installation-related defects. The contractor assumes full responsibility for any vehicle damage during the installation process. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the total project involves outfitting 90 vehicles with specialized emergency lighting and siren equipment. The solicitation indicates a standardized approach to vehicle equipment installation, focusing on Whelen and WEC manufacturer components for law enforcement vehicle upgrades.