Winter Hall Chiller Replacement

Grand Valley State University is seeking a qualified contractor to replace the existing 175‑ton chiller in Winter Hall with a new 175‑ton magnetic‑drive centrifugal chiller and associated mechanical, electrical, and controls integration. The scope includes removal and disposal of the old unit, delivery and crane‑lift installation of the new unit, full re‑piping, electrical change‑out, BAS integration via BACnet, start‑up, testing, and provision of warranties, all performed under prevailing‑wage rules and GVSU’s standard construction contract terms. • Project timeline: start November 1 2024, complete February 13 2025 (≈3 months). • Mandatory 10‑year parts‑and‑labor warranty plus 10‑year refrigerant‑charge warranty. • Contractor must meet a 10‑year chiller‑installation experience threshold and provide all bonds, insurance, permits, and tax compliance. • Awarded to Johnson Controls Inc.; bids were due July 3 2024; all work performed on GVSU campus in Grand Rapids, MI.