Convention Center Chiller 2 Refurbishment and VFD Addition

The City of Tacoma is seeking a qualified contractor to refurbish Chiller 2 at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center and add a Variable‑Frequency‑Drive (VFD). The work includes shutdown, inspection, compressor replacement, VFD installation, control upgrades, testing, commissioning, training, and water‑treatment services. The project is budgeted at $250,000 and will be awarded on a lowest‑price responsive basis. The contract is for one year with up to three one‑year extension options, and includes performance and payment bond requirements, insurance coverage, and warranty obligations. • Mechanical work: shutdown, eddy‑current testing, compressor replacement, VFD, HMI, pressure‑relief valve. • Startup, testing, adjusting & balancing, commissioning, and training of facility staff. • Mandatory documentation: signed signature page, price proposal, state responsibility form, insurance certificates, and bonding as required. • Key dates: Pre‑bid meeting July 16 2026; questions due July 24 2026; bid deadline August 12 2026, 11 AM PT. • Eligibility: Must meet Washington public‑works responsibility criteria, have ≥10 years in business, and provide proof of at least two similar chiller‑refurbishment projects.