University of Massachusetts Lowell is re‑bidding the installation of a high‑pressure compressed‑air system in Ball Hall. The scope includes demolition of existing plumbing, installation of owner‑provided compressors and boosters, new high‑ and low‑pressure piping, associated equipment (dryers, condensate pumps, receivers), labeling, testing, balancing, commissioning, and full documentation. The contract is a design‑build project requiring DCAMM Prime Certification in Plumbing, compliance with Massachusetts prevailing‑wage statutes, and adherence to workforce diversity goals. The work must be completed within a four‑week construction window in August 2026 and includes mandatory site walk‑through on July 16, 2026.
• Full design‑build installation of a Kaeser 25 HP compressor, 15 HP booster, air dryers, receivers, condensate pumps, and stainless‑steel high‑pressure piping.
• Demolition of existing plumbing, installation of new supports, hangers, fire‑stop, labeling, and TAB (Testing, Adjusting & Balancing).
• Mandatory DCAMM plumbing certification, OSHA‑10 training, prevailing‑wage compliance, and minority/women workforce participation targets.