UNC Wilmington

The University of North Carolina Wilmington is soliciting qualified engineering and architectural firms to provide advanced planning and early‑design services for a comprehensive HVAC system refurbishment of the University Suites residential complex. The effort will replace the existing 2011 variable refrigerant flow (VRF) units with new high‑efficiency heat‑recovery VRF systems, including all associated indoor/outdoor equipment, refrigerant and condensate distribution, controls, electrical modifications, and related work. The solicitation is limited to firms licensed in North Carolina and requires submission of a Letter of Interest and current SF‑330 portfolio. The $600,000 budget covers only the advanced‑planning/early‑design phase, with the possibility of full‑design and construction services retained at the university’s discretion. • Scope: feasibility studies, system selection, preliminary design, equipment sizing, control strategy, cost estimating, and phasing plan. • Budget: up to $600,000 for the planning phase. • Deliverables: Letter of Interest, current SF‑330, conceptual design documents, cost‑benefit analysis, and implementation roadmap. • Eligibility: firms must hold a North Carolina professional engineering or architectural license. • Submission: electronic only, by 09/28/2026, to Kelli Jordan (Director, Architectural & Construction Services).