Description
The City of Asheville is seeking qualified contractors to replace a 30‑year‑old first‑floor commercial air‑handler unit (AHU) with a modern, energy‑efficient equivalent, while keeping the building occupied and minimizing disruption. The work includes demolition, disposal, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, and close‑out documentation, plus a four‑week temporary cooling allowance. Bids are due electronically or by hard copy by 4 PM on April 29, 2026; the contract is expected to be signed May 18, 2026 with a notice to proceed May 25, 2026 and a 60‑day performance period.
• Remove existing AHU, cap utilities, and properly dispose of the old equipment.
• Install a new code‑compliant AHU of equivalent capacity, provide temporary cooling for four weeks, and complete full testing/commissioning.
• Deliver required documentation (O&M manuals, warranty, training) and meet liquidated‑damage provisions ($200/day for substantial‑completion delay, $75/day for punch‑list delay).
• No pre‑bid meeting or question period; all specifications are in the bid package downloadable from the city’s procurement website.
• Contractor must hold a valid NC General Contractor license, provide insurance, and submit MWBE outreach documentation.