Air Handler Replacement Project Administration Building

Isothermal Community College is seeking a qualified contractor for a turnkey air handler replacement project located in the Administration Building in Spindale, North Carolina, within Rutherford County. The project (102-358) requires complete demolition and removal of an existing performance climate changer air handler unit and installation of a new unit with comprehensive specifications, including freezestats, ductwork reconnection, piping, drain, and electrical component installation. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for February 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST in Room 127 of the Administration Building, with questions due by February 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. Sealed bids must be submitted by February 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST, with project completion required by May 31, 2025. The contractor must provide all necessary materials, equipment, and labor, demonstrating comprehensive technical capabilities and adherence to detailed project specifications.

The procurement includes a 10% minority business participation goal, establishing specific requirements for contractor diversity and inclusion. Insurance requirements are stringent, mandating worker's compensation with minimum $100,000 limits, comprehensive general liability insurance of $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, and $100,000/$300,000 for property damage, along with builder's risk insurance. Contractors must provide a minimum one-year parts and labor warranty. Financial terms include a 5% maximum retainage, which will not be withheld after 50% project completion if work meets satisfactory standards, and payment will be processed within 30 days of approved pay requests. While a specific contract value is not disclosed, the detailed requirements suggest a substantial infrastructure improvement project requiring specialized HVAC expertise and comprehensive project management capabilities.