Worm gear reducer

The South Carolina Department of Corrections, Division of Facilities Management, is requesting quotes for a single new Worm Gear Reducer (RFQ 5400030168) with quotes due September 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

South Carolina Resident Vendor, SC End-Product, and US End-Product preferences may be claimed in accordance with Section 11-35-1524 of the South Carolina Code of Laws if applicable qualifications are met. Vendor registration with the state vendor registration system is required for eligibility.

The specified equipment is a Parkson Gear Box Customized Winsmith Model 8MSFD with a 750:1 ratio, UL-DR assembly, 2-3/16" output bore diameter with 1/2 X 1/4 keyway, 56C frame, vents, corrosion protection, and grease fittings drilled and tapped at 1/8" NPT. All items must be new. This is a one-time purchase with no contract renewal or extension options. Delivery is required nine weeks after the contractor's receipt of the purchase order, to SCDC Division of Facilities Management at 4322 Broad River Road, Columbia, South Carolina.

Award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Sealed offers must be submitted to the SCDC Purchasing Branch at 4530 Broad River Road, Columbia, South Carolina 29210, or electronically to bidsubmissions@doc.sc.gov with "RFQ" and the solicitation number in the subject line. Award notification is scheduled for September 23, 2026. Payment will be made by electronic funds transfer following submission of proper invoices. The procurement officer is Chad Byrd, 803-896-1383 or byrd.chad@doc.sc.gov.