Installation of Steam Coil – Chemistry Bldg.

The College of New Jersey is procuring the installation of a new steam heating coil in the existing air‑handling unit (AHU‑5) of its Chemistry Building. The work includes removing the existing coil, installing the new coil (already purchased by the college), connecting steam piping, integrating controls, testing, commissioning, and final walkthrough. The contract is a single‑lump‑sum award, with a one‑year labor and material warranty and performance bonds equal to 100 % of the contract price. Two contractors were awarded: Hawks ($48,600) and LGB Mechanical, Inc. ($93,000). The project is scheduled to start June 23 2025 and reach substantial completion by August 15 2025. Key elements include HVAC/steam‑system installation, code‑compliant piping, electrical integration, and post‑installation inspections. • Scope: Steam‑coil replacement, piping, controls, testing, and cleanup for Chemistry Building AHU‑5. • Schedule: ~54‑day construction window (June 23 – August 15 2025). • Procurement: Open competition, single‑lump‑sum, 10 % bid security, 100 % performance/payment bonds, prevailing‑wage compliance, and mandatory small‑business participation (≥25 % SBE, ≥3 % DVOB).