The Passaic County Vocational School District is seeking a qualified HVAC contractor to provide on‑call, as‑needed heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning, and refrigeration services for multiple campus facilities. The contract runs from July 1 2026 through June 30 2027 (with a possible two‑year extension) and requires 24/7 emergency response, preventive maintenance, repairs, equipment replacement, and coordination with district staff. Bidders must be pre‑qualified, hold appropriate NJ licenses, submit a 10 % bid bond (max $20,000), and comply with prevailing‑wage and insurance requirements.
• Provide emergency response ≤ 2 hours and non‑emergency response ≤ 4 hours across all district buildings.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, replacements, and modifications of HVAC equipment (including Trane units, fans, condensers, refrigerants, low‑voltage controls).
• Bill labor at submitted hourly rates (minimum prevailing‑wage $81.70/hr for journeymen) and materials at invoice cost + 15 % markup; submit detailed quotes within 5 business days for non‑emergency calls.
• Supply required certifications, insurance, and a performance bond; adhere to OSHA, NFPA, ASHRAE, and NJ school‑law requirements.