Blennerhassett Island Mansion HVAC Rehabilitation

The West Virginia Department of Administration Purchasing Division, on behalf of the WV Division of Natural Resources, is seeking a contractor to perform HVAC rehabilitation for the Blennerhassett Island Mansion located at 137 Juliana Street in Parkersburg, Upshur County. The procurement is a Centralized Request for Quote (CRFQ) with solicitation number DNR2600000003, targeting the complete replacement of the existing HVAC system with new heat pumps, furnaces, and associated electrical infrastructure. The project requires installing five heat pumps, corresponding furnaces, indoor units, and two mini-split systems across multiple building levels, with a comprehensive mechanical and electrical system upgrade. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on September 23, 2025, at the Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, and bids are due on October 15, 2025, at 1:30 PM ET. Contractors must demonstrate successful completion of at least three similar projects and provide references, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest qualified responsible bidder meeting the technical specifications prepared by Miller Engineering, Inc.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project has a fixed contract period of 180 days, with substantial completion required by Day 180 and final completion by the contract end date. Liquidated damages of $250 per day will be assessed for each day beyond the contract completion timeline. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 in Commercial General Liability and $500,000 in Automobile Liability coverage. While no specific budget is detailed in the documents, the project involves a comprehensive HVAC system upgrade with progress payments structured with 10% retainage withheld from each payment. The work will be performed while the Blennerhassett Mansion remains operational, requiring contractors to coordinate carefully and limit disruptive construction activities during ongoing site tours. Interested vendors can contact the buyer, Joseph (Josh) E Hager III, at joseph.e.hageriii@wv.gov or (304) 558-2306 for additional project information.