East Metro Air Compressor Replacement Summary

This Statement of Work outlines the Regional Transportation District's (RTD) project to replace worn-out, inefficient air compressors at the East Metro Bus Facility in Aurora, Colorado. The scope includes demolition of existing compressors and installation of two 15 HP and one 30 HP variable speed air compressors, along with compressed air filters and a refrigerated air dryer. The compressors must deliver 25 CFM at 125 PSI operating pressure, meet or exceed ASME standards, and operate at 80 decibels or less. All work must conform to attached plans and specifications. A non-mandatory pre-quote meeting is scheduled for July 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at 14100 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, with quotations due August 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The inquiry period deadline is July 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and question responses are due August 4, 2026. RTD intends to announce the selected contractor on September 7, 2026. The contract period of performance is six months.

RTD will award a single purchase order to the lowest responsive bidder on a fixed-price basis. Quotations must remain valid for a minimum of 90 days from the due date. Bid security of 5 percent of the bid amount is required, submissible as a bid bond, cashier's check, certified check, or cash. Within ten days of award, the contractor must provide a performance bond and payment bond, each equal to 50 percent of the purchase order cost. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, automobile liability of $1,000,000, and workers' compensation with statutory limits. No SBE participation goal is established, but RTD encourages offerors to document efforts to include SBEs in subcontracting, supplier, and workforce opportunities. The contractor is responsible for safety compliance, asbestos notification and clearance, hazardous materials management, accident reporting, site cleanup, and property restoration. Contact: Ryan Miller, Buyer, at ryan.miller@rtd-denver.com or (303) 299-2486.