7-20260422120853 Jackson

The City of Jackson, Mississippi is requesting sealed bids for HVAC system replacement and installation at six fire stations (Stations 11, 15, 17, 22, 23, and 24) under a design-build contract, with bids due June 2, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. and a mandatory pre-bid meeting on May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Central Fire Station, 555 S West St, Jackson, MS 39201.

The scope encompasses demolition of existing HVAC systems, installation of new equipment at preliminary tonnages ranging from 3 to 7.5 tons depending on location, ductwork evaluation and modifications, electrical connections, gas piping modifications, and system commissioning across all six stations. All equipment must meet or exceed SEER2 14.3 efficiency ratings using R-454B refrigerant. Sealed drawings and construction documents must be prepared by a Professional Engineer licensed in Mississippi. Substantial completion is required within 90 calendar days after approval of sealed drawings, with liquidated damages assessed at $500 per calendar day for delays.

Evaluation criteria are lump-sum price (50% weighting), contractor experience and qualifications (20%), proposal completeness (15%), and schedule (15%). The contractor must be licensed in Mississippi with a verified Certificate of Responsibility and E-Verify compliance. Bidders must provide a 5% bid bond, 100% performance bond, and 100% payment bond, with minimum insurance of $1 million general liability and statutory workers' compensation. The contract uses AIA A141 Design-Build Agreement and associated general conditions as modified by the owner. Monthly progress payments are made based on percentage complete with 10% retainage withheld until final completion. Bid documents are available at www.jacksonmsbids.com.