332 Ninth Street HVAC Heating system RFP and SCOPE 07-15-2026

Troy Community Land Bank is requesting proposals for installation of two new HVAC forced warm air heating systems at 332 Ninth Street in Troy, New York, under RFP issued July 16, 2026, with proposals due August 6, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. MWBE contracting goals of 20% for minority business enterprises and 10% for women business enterprises apply to this contract.

The scope comprises complete heating system installation for two residential units, including labor, materials, equipment, permits, testing, supervision, sheet metal ductwork, gas piping, electrical connections, equipment startup, system balancing, and owner instruction. Each system must include a high-efficiency forced warm air gas furnace with minimum 70,000 BTU output and 95% AFUE efficiency rating; complete supply and return duct systems with galvanized sheet metal trunk ducts; and MERV 11 minimum media filters. Work must begin immediately upon permit approval and be completed by November 13, 2026.

Contractors must submit lump-sum bids on the provided bid form and include proof of worker's compensation and liability insurance. Proposals must remain firm for 90 days from receipt. All proposals must include completed disclosure forms addressing exceptions to RFP requirements, state debarment status, occupational safety violations, litigation history, criminal proceedings, and ethics violations. Respondents must comply with immigration laws, non-discrimination policies, and affirmative action requirements.

Evaluation criteria are completeness of response, conformance to requirements, price, ability to meet schedule, and technical capability. A site visit is scheduled for July 22, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Questions are due July 31, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Contract award is anticipated August 21, 2026. Proposals must be submitted electronically to paul.donnelly@troycommunitylandbank.org or delivered to Troy Community Land Bank at 871 River Street, Troy, New York. Late and faxed proposals will not be accepted.