Description
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is soliciting bids to purchase six new A.O. Smith BTR400A commercial natural‑gas water heaters (100‑gal, ASME‑certified) for delivery to its Columbia facilities. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive bidder, with delivery required within two weeks of receipt of a purchase order. All offers must be submitted by the deadline and remain open for at least 30 days after opening. No substitutions are permitted, and the vendor must be registered in the State’s procurement system.
• Product: A.O. Smith BTR400A 100‑gal natural‑gas water heater, ASME‑certified, 300–400 kBtu/hr, 350‑450 gph first‑hour delivery.
• Quantity: 6 units; new, manufacturer‑warranty required; unit price only (taxes excluded).
• Timeline: Issue 04/06/2026 → Questions due 04/11/2026 → Offer deadline 04/16/2026 10:00 AM ET → Award posting 04/22/2026 → Delivery within 2 weeks of PO.