Yap Hospital Mold Mitigation

The Alaska District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is conducting market research to inform acquisition strategy for anticipated mold mitigation and HVAC restoration work at Yap Memorial Hospital in Colonia, Yap, Federated States of Micronesia, with responses due by May 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM Alaska Standard Time. This is a sources sought notice only; proposals will not be accepted and no award commitment exists.

Work encompasses architectural remediation (wall decontamination, mold-resistant repainting, and attic insulation replacement across approximately 65,000 square feet in six hospital buildings) and mechanical systems overhaul. Mechanical scope includes demolishing two existing 60-ton Carrier chillers and installing two existing on-site Carrier Model 30RAP0605CC0096N chillers with refrigerant charging and commissioning; replacing four air handling units in-kind; installing washable MERV-8 prefilters with dual sets and relocating HEPA filters to accessible locations; providing terminal reheat coils with individual room thermostats for intensive care and operating rooms; implementing dew-point control systems; replacing chilled water piping insulation; installing a new heating hot water recirculating system with electric water heaters; and providing stand-alone dehumidifiers in critical care spaces. Design must comply with ASHRAE 170, UFC 3-440-05N, NAVFAC Marianas Standards, International Mechanical Code 2024, ISO 14644-1, SMACNA standards, NFPA 99, NADCA ACR, and FGI Guidelines.

Construction is anticipated to take approximately 10 months with a 440-day schedule after Notice to Proceed. The estimated contract award date is August 2026. Locally owned businesses within the Federated States of Micronesia and neighboring countries are encouraged to respond. All respondents must be registered in SAM before award. Offerors bear all proposal preparation costs if the project is cancelled.