UNCG McNuttDataCtrCoolingSystReplcmt_31765-DS.pdf

This is a Scope of Work document for the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) regarding the replacement of the data center cooling system. The project involves the complete replacement of the existing chiller plant and associated cooling infrastructure to support the university's data center operations. The scope includes removal of obsolete equipment, installation of new high-efficiency chillers, cooling towers, pumps, piping, controls, and related mechanical systems. The project is designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce operational costs, and ensure reliable cooling capacity for critical IT infrastructure. UNCG is seeking qualified contractors to perform the design and construction work necessary to complete this system replacement. The contract will require coordination with existing university operations and adherence to all applicable codes and standards for mechanical systems installation.

The project funding is provided through UNCG's capital improvement budget, with the university responsible for all costs associated with the chiller plant replacement. Contractors must demonstrate experience with large-scale HVAC and chiller system installations in educational or institutional settings. The work requires compliance with all North Carolina building codes, mechanical codes, and environmental regulations governing refrigeration systems. The contractor will be responsible for obtaining all necessary permits, managing waste disposal for refrigerant and hazardous materials, and coordinating the phased replacement to minimize disruption to data center operations. Performance bonds and insurance requirements will be specified in the contract documents, and the selected contractor must provide detailed project schedules and quality assurance plans prior to project commencement.