Boiler Replacement - Price High School

The City of Salisbury is soliciting bids on removal and replacement of an existing boiler system at Price High School with a new gas-fired unit, with bids due October 30, 2026 and a mandatory public bid opening on October 12, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. at 1327 W. Bank Street, Salisbury, North Carolina.

The scope requires furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, tools, and permits to disconnect and remove the existing Peerless boiler (Model 211A-09-W/S-I, maximum BTU input 1,680,000 per hour, gross output 1,344,000 BTU per hour) and install a comparably equivalent gas-fired replacement. The new system must include proper connections to gas, water, and electrical services; venting and combustion air modifications; system testing and startup verification; site cleanup; and delivery of manufacturer warranties and complete documentation. All work shall comply with applicable local codes and manufacturer specifications. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all required permits.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder evaluated on price, quality, performance capabilities, substantial conformity with specifications, suitability for intended use, and delivery and performance timeline. Bid prices must include all sales tax and delivery costs on an FOB Destination basis to 303 W. Franklin Street, Salisbury, North Carolina 28144, with transportation charges prepaid and included in the bid. Payment terms are net 30 days after receipt of a correct invoice or acceptance of goods, whichever is later. Bid prices must remain valid for 60 days from the date of bid opening.

The successful bidder must provide commercial insurance including Worker's Compensation with employer's liability of minimum $1,000,000 per accident, General Liability of minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence, and Automobile Liability with combined single limits of $1,000,000. Questions regarding specifications are due October 16, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to cancel the contract at any time with 30 days' written notice.