Hull Hall Chiller Replacement

The Longwood University Hull Hall Chiller Replacement project calls for the removal of an existing chiller system and installation of a new, fully redundant HVAC plant, including pumps, a plate‑and‑frame heat exchanger, and associated controls. The solicitation was conducted as an open competitive Invitation for Bid, with a sealed‑bid deadline of 16 Dec 2020 and a virtual opening on 17 Dec 2020. After evaluation, two vendors were awarded: eTEC Mechanical Corporation and Valley Boiler & Mechanical, Inc., each receiving a lump‑sum award. The work must commence no later than 2 Aug 2021, achieve substantial completion by 4 Feb 2022, and finish final closeout within 30 days thereafter. The contract includes standard bid‑bond, performance‑bond, SWaM participation goals, and COVID‑19 safety requirements. • Scope: full chiller plant replacement for Hull Hall (mechanical, piping, controls, commissioning). • Procurement: open competition, sealed bids, Virginia eVA registration required, bid bonds = 5 % of bid. • Awards: eTEC Mechanical Corp. (≈ $349,400) and Valley Boiler & Mechanical, Inc. (≈ $450,000). • Key dates: bid deadline 16 Dec 2020, start ≤ 2 Aug 2021, substantial completion ≤ 4 Feb 2022, final completion ≈ 6 Mar 2022. • Requirements: Virginia contractor license, SWaM subcontracting plan, COVID‑19 response plan, insurance/bonds, vendor registration.