AASF #1 Cecil Field Chiller Compressor Repair/Replacement

The State of Florida, Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is procuring a contract for the replacement of a failed screw compressor on a York YVAA Air Cooled Chiller located at the AASF #1 Cecil Field facility in Jacksonville, Florida. The project, titled "AASF #1 Cecil Field Chiller Compressor Repair/Replacement", involves removing the existing Circuit #2 compressor and installing a remanufactured replacement. The contractor will be responsible for reconnecting all electrical and refrigerant lines, recharging the system with R-134a refrigerant, and performing system startup and verification. The contract also includes a one-year parts warranty on the new compressor and a 90-day labor warranty. The bid solicitation has been posted with a due date of April 20, 2023, at 2:00 PM local time, and a non-mandatory site visit and pre-bid meeting will be held on March 22, 2023. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, and the successful contractor must obtain required licenses and certifications, provide bid security, and furnish performance and payment bonds.

The DMA encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Veteran-Owned companies. The estimated construction cost for the project is $32,000 to $42,000, and the contract opportunity has been posted for state and local jurisdictions, specifically St. Johns County and the City of St. Petersburg, Florida. The contract is contingent on the availability of funding and annual appropriation by the State Legislature. No information is provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors for this project.