Chiller Replacement at E. Russell Hicks Middle School

This contract concerns the complete replacement of the chiller system at E. Russell Hicks Middle School, a public school in Washington County, Maryland. The project involves removing the existing chiller equipment, providing and installing a new HVAC chiller unit, and performing all associated mechanical, plumbing, and commissioning work required to return the school’s cooling system to full operational status. The procurement was conducted through a competitive bidding process with seven bidders, and the contract was ultimately awarded to Specialty Construction Management, Inc. under a firm‑fixed‑price arrangement. The work is expected to be a one‑time, capital‑improvement project with a contract value in the low‑million‑dollar range. • Scope: Full chiller removal, new chiller supply and installation, associated mechanical work, testing and commissioning. • Procurement: Full and open competition; multiple bidders submitted base bids, addenda acknowledgments, bid affidavits, and 5 % bid bonds. • Award: Single‑award contract to Specialty Construction Management, Inc.; contract value estimated around $1.3 M.