13539-20241125160015 PWS

The state of Mississippi, specifically The Piney Woods School, is soliciting bids for a commercial HVAC system replacement project for the Honor Cottage building. This procurement opportunity requires a comprehensive cooling and heating system installation, involving a three-ton commercial system with specific technical specifications. Bidders must provide all necessary materials, labor, and equipment, including a gas furnace, flu piping connection, electric whip and disconnect, digital thermostat, and foundation. The project demands complete system calibration and efficiency testing, with additional requirements for refrigerant renovation and carbon monoxide testing. Sealed proposals must be submitted via email to Wayne Goodwin (wgoodwin@pineywoods.org) by December 9, 2024, at 10:00 A.M., with a submission window of 14 business days from November 20, 2024. Qualified contractors must demonstrate technical expertise in commercial HVAC systems and compliance with local regulations and industry standards.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The warranty terms are comprehensive, offering 5 years coverage on the compressor and condenser coil, 20 years on the heat exchanger, 10 years on the evaporator coil, and 1 year on all parts and labor. While no specific budget range is disclosed in the available documentation, the project appears to be a targeted infrastructure improvement for a specific educational facility. Potential bidders should possess professional licensing, demonstrated HVAC installation experience, and the capability to perform complex commercial system replacements. The procurement appears to be an open competitive bid, with no indications of sole-source procurement or incumbent vendor preference. Interested contractors should carefully review the technical specifications and be prepared to meet the stringent installation and testing requirements outlined in the project documentation.