RE-bid cable wires - supply depot

The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is conducting a re-bid for electrical cable wires to be supplied to their supply depot, with the solicitation covering Richland County. The procurement seeks bids for various electrical cables, specifically No. 14 AWG copper wire configurations including 2, 4, 8, and 12 conductors in black and gray colors, to be used for traffic signals, loop lead-ins, pedestrian signals, and push buttons. Bidders must provide cables in 1,000-foot and 5,000-foot reels, meeting stringent technical specifications including Underwriters' Laboratories standards, IMSA standards, ROHS compliance, and National Electric Code requirements. The solicitation requires vendors to submit manufacturer's literature, product specifications, and certifications. The bid responses are due by July 10, 2025, at 2:30 PM, with the contract award anticipated on July 22, 2025, and the contract period spanning from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2030.

The procurement includes preferences for South Carolina Resident Vendors and End-Product Preferences for products manufactured in South Carolina or the United States. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation emphasizes fair competition and compliance with state procurement regulations. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with unit prices governing over extended prices. Quantities are estimated between 8 to 15 rolls per line item across the five-year contract period. Successful vendors must deliver new cables meeting all technical specifications within 30 days of receiving a purchase order. The cables must be new, comply with the SCDOT Qualified Products List (QPL), and adhere to detailed material specifications outlined in documents such as M677.1 and QPP 94. While specific contract value is not disclosed, the multi-year nature of the contract and the comprehensive cable requirements suggest a significant procurement opportunity for electrical cable suppliers.