Air Handling Unit Replacement - Greenville Aquatics Fitness Center

The City of Greenville, North Carolina is requesting bids for replacement of an air handling unit at Greenville Aquatics Fitness Center, with bids due September 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and questions due September 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The City has adopted local preference and professional services policies per Resolutions 056-13 and 057-13.

The scope requires removal of the existing 40-ton split system indoor and outdoor units and installation of a new Trane 40-ton R-454B refrigerant air handling unit (model RAUKC404B / UCCAA30) on the second-floor mezzanine at 921 Staton Road. Work includes removal and reinstallation of the exterior mechanical room fresh air louver, connection to existing refrigerant piping, hot water piping, electrical hookups, and ductwork, system evacuation and charging, and startup and testing. The contractor must obtain all necessary permits, provide crane and lift equipment, and maintain building operations throughout the project. Place of performance is Greenville, North Carolina, FOB Greenville.

The bid amount should be submitted as a net price for all work and equipment, with sales taxes listed separately if applicable; the City is exempt from federal excise and transportation taxes. Bids remain binding for 60 days after opening. The contractor must provide a standard manufacturer's warranty on all materials and equipment plus a one-year labor warranty.

Insurance requirements include workers' compensation at statutory North Carolina limits, commercial general liability ($1 million each occurrence / $2 million aggregate), and commercial automobile liability ($1 million combined single limit) if applicable; the City must be named as an additional insured. The contractor must comply with OSHA safety guidelines, all applicable local, state, and federal codes and licenses, e-verify requirements under North Carolina General Statutes Article 2, Chapter 64, and must certify non-appearance on the Iran Final Divestment List. New vendors must register at https://cityofgreenvillenc.munisselfservice.com/vss. Site visits are encouraged but not mandatory, scheduled for August 26 (10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.) and August 27 (10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.). Contact Mike Watson, Project Coordinator, at mwatson@greenvillenc.gov.