Chilled Water Loop Upgrades

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The University of South Carolina (USC) is seeking qualifications from architectural and engineering (AE) firms to enhance the efficiency and reliability of the chilled water districts as proposed by the Utility Master Plan. The goal is to improve interconnectivity between the loops from four plants through various upgrades. Work Details The project involves mechanical services that include hydraulic modeling at the campus level and underground utility pipe design. Specific tasks will likely include isolating several buildings from loop pressure dynamics by adding heat exchangers, replacing loop control systems for improved response from central utility plants, and upgrading secondary and tertiary chilled water valves to optimize flow. The anticipated construction cost range is $0 to $3,470,500. Period of Performance The contract period will commence upon selection and is expected to follow a Design-Bid-Build delivery method. Place of Performance The work will be performed at the University of South Carolina campus located in Columbia, SC. Bidder Requirements Firms must submit a Current Standard Federal Form 330, provide contact information for a primary contact, certify whether they are residents of South Carolina as per SC Code § 11-35-3215, and respond to selection criteria outlined in SC Code § 11-35-3220. Additionally, firms must be properly licensed according to Title 40 of the SC Code of Laws.