Microwave expansion-TCC

The State Fiscal Accountability Authority, Division of Procurement Services, is requesting bids on behalf of South Carolina Educational Television Commission (SCETV) for microwave expansion equipment, installation services, training, and integration work at the Telecommunications Center (TCC) under IFB 5400029801, with bids due June 25, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. and written questions due June 9, 2026.

The scope encompasses procurement and installation of microwave transmission hardware across three operational areas: hardware components including SAF Tehnika microwave radios, power systems, and cables (2–8 units per line item); TCC Tower equipment including 356 units of Eupen elliptical waveguide with connector hardware and pressure windows; and WRLK Tower equipment including 720 units of Eupen elliptical waveguide with associated support equipment. The contractor must integrate new microwave equipment with existing 6–7 GHz antennas and RF components, provide operational and maintenance training for SCETV personnel, deliver complete as-built documentation, and provide 24/7/365 warranty support for one year following installation. All items must be new and meet specified quality standards. Delivery is to 1041 George Rogers Blvd., Columbia, SC 29201.

Vendors may claim South Carolina End Product Preference (SCEPP) or U.S. End Product Preference (USEPP) under South Carolina Code Section 11-35-1524 if eligible; no mandatory set-aside applies. Pricing is fixed on a unit price basis; bidders must complete all line items in the Excel bidding schedule for consideration. The contractor must carry commercial general liability insurance of at least $1 million per occurrence, auto liability of $1 million per accident, and workers' compensation insurance at statutory limits. Award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Award notification is scheduled for July 2, 2026. Vendors must register with the State and obtain a vendor number prior to submission; offers must be submitted online at procurement.sc.gov.