Description
This solicitation requests bids for the complete removal of an existing rooftop air‑handling unit (AHU‑2) at Chichester Hall and installation of a new, fully integrated HVAC unit, including associated mechanical, electrical, and control work. The contract is a lump‑sum, with optional additive items for additional exhaust airflow adjustments and an energy valve. The project must be completed within 240 calendar days for substantial completion and an additional 30 days for final completion, complying with Virginia state codes, SWaM participation, and university safety requirements.
• Demolition of existing AHU‑2 and installation of a new rooftop HVAC unit, including ductwork, controls, and testing.
• Additive items: exhaust airflow adjustments (EF‑1 through EF‑9) and an energy valve for the chilled‑water coil.
• Strict compliance required: 5 % bid bond, performance/payment bonds, Virginia contractor licensure, eVA vendor registration, and a minimum 15 % SWaM participation.
• Site constraints include crane lift planning, road‑closure fees, and required fencing for crane safety; university holidays may affect scheduling.