Boiler Equipment Replacement - ELM Building - 2nd Re-Solicit

Escambia County, Florida is seeking to procure an advanced equipment package for boiler and pump replacement at the ELM Building through a competitive bid process. The procurement specifically targets the replacement of multiple non-operational boilers and pump equipment, focusing on AERCO BENCHMARK 3000 Low NOx Boilers (natural gas fired) and BELL & GOSSETT E-1510 Pumps. The equipment is to be delivered to Escambia County Facilities Management at 100 E. Blount Street in Pensacola, with the goal of replacing equipment beyond its life expectancy and supporting installation scheduled for completion before October 15, 2025. Key procurement dates include a release date of August 1, 2025, a deadline for questions on August 8, 2025, and a response deadline of August 15, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Vendor submissions must include comprehensive documentation such as E-Verify certification, sworn statements, conflict of interest forms, and detailed insurance documentation. The county will evaluate bids based on responsiveness, vendor qualifications, compliance with specifications, and overall best value, with the right to award to the most suitable bidder.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and comprehensive documentation requirements. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the bid documents outline extensive insurance requirements, including workers' compensation, general liability, auto liability, and umbrella coverage. The technical specifications for the boilers are quite precise, requiring UL and NEMA compliance, low NOx emissions (20 ppm corrected to 3% oxygen), and advanced control features like Boiler Sequencing Technology and Building Automation System compatibility. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement is for a complete equipment set including three boilers (B1, B2, B3) and five pumps (PHP-1, PHP-2, PHP-3, SHP-1, and SHP-2). Warranty terms vary by component, with coverage ranging from 18 months to 10 years depending on the specific equipment part.