Description
The County of Kenosha is seeking qualified contractors to execute Phase 2 of HVAC upgrades at its Pre‑Trial Facility (927 54th St, Kenosha, WI). The scope includes selective demolition, removal of existing rooftop condensers, air‑handling units and VAV boxes, and installation of new HVAC equipment with associated piping, ductwork, electrical connections, and controls. Additional work covers new controls for existing boilers and pumps, integration of fire‑alarm devices, and compliance with lightning‑protection requirements. The project must be coordinated around ongoing county operations, with a construction schedule targeting substantial completion by 03/01/2028 and final completion by 04/01/2028. Bidders must submit a simplified bid by 10/14/2026 and adhere to detailed submittal, payment, and quality‑control procedures outlined in the bid documents.
• Location: Kenosha County Pre‑Trial Facility, 927 54th St, Kenosha, WI 53140
• Contract type: Simplified bid (Invitation for Bid)
• Estimated contract value: $0.5‑$1.5 M (based on typical HVAC replacement projects of similar size)
• Key tasks: selective demolition, removal of existing rooftop HVAC units, installation of new condensers, AHUs, VAV boxes, piping, ductwork, electrical work, controls, fire‑alarm integration, lightning‑protection modifications
• Schedule: Notice to Proceed after award (by 11/01/2026); shop‑drawings by 12/29/2026; pre‑construction meeting 01/15/2027; mobilization 04/01‑04/08/2027; substantial completion 03/01/2028; final completion 04/01/2028
• Mandatory compliance: OSHA safety, NFPA 780, UL‑96, local building codes, and county operational constraints.