Emergency Procurement for Compressor Replacement at University of South Carolina Mind & Brain Center

This emergency contract awarded by the University of South Carolina calls for the complete replacement of a failed compressor rack/tandem compressor assembly on Circuit #2 of the McQuay chiller system serving the Mind & Brain Center. The scope includes labor, materials, equipment, freight, refrigerant recovery, vacuum service, soldering, testing, and startup to restore the chiller to normal operation. The university selected W.B. Guimarin & Co. as the sole vendor for a lump‑sum price of $34,931.16. The work is critical to maintain climate control for research facilities and must be completed promptly under emergency procurement authority. • Scope: Full mechanical services to replace compressor assembly, including refrigerant handling and system startup. • Vendor: W.B. Guimarin & Co., awarded a firm‑fixed‑price contract of $34,931.16. • Procurement: Emergency sole‑source award under South Carolina Code §11‑35‑1570; no competitive bidding required.