Mechanical Upgrades

The Outagamie County Mechanical Upgrades project involves installing a new makeup‑air unit and an exhaust system in the Fed Ex Distribution Center maintenance garage at Appleton International Airport. The work is to be performed under a sealed‑bid, competitive procurement and was awarded to August Winter and Sons, Inc. for a lump‑sum price of $90,000. The contract uses AIA A101/A201 forms, requires a 5 % bid bond, performance and payment bonds equal to the contract sum, and standard commercial general liability, workers’ compensation, automobile, and umbrella coverage. Substantial completion is required by 15 Nov 2026. Key points include: • Scope: HVAC mechanical upgrades (make‑up‑air unit, exhaust fan, ductwork, insulation, related controls). • Procurement: Competitive sealed bid, award to a single contractor, bid due 9 Sep 2026. • Financials: $90,000 contract value; bid bond 5 % of bid; performance/payment bonds equal to contract sum. • Compliance: AIA contract documents, Wisconsin statutes on retainage, tax‑exempt materials, and required insurance limits.