Boiler Replacement - Southern High School and Neal Middle School

Durham Public Schools is requesting proposals for boiler replacement at Southern High School and Neal Middle School, with proposals due October 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM EST and a pre-bid meeting scheduled for September 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM at Neal Middle School.

The scope includes removal and disposal of existing boilers, boiler pumps, vent pipes, and associated mechanical equipment at both sites; installation of new gas-fired condensing boilers rated at 6,000 MBH (two units) at Southern High School and 3,364 MBH (two units) at Neal Middle School; supply and installation of boiler pumps, piping, insulation, vents, controls, and accessories; connection of carbon monoxide alarms to fire alarm control panels; electrical upgrades including panelboard replacement, feeder extension, and new boiler and pump circuits; integration with existing building automation systems; and general construction patching, painting, and new boiler room signage. Southern High School is located at 800 Clayton Road, Durham, NC 27703; Neal Middle School is at 201 Baptist Road, Durham, NC 27704.

The contract carries an initial one-year term beginning from the award date, with work required to commence within thirty business days of the effective date. Durham Public Schools retains renewal options for two additional one-year terms (with thirty days' written notice required before each renewal) and may extend the contract up to 180 days in ninety-day-or-less increments. Payment terms are net thirty calendar days after invoice approval.

Vendors must demonstrate financial stability, provide at least three references for similar projects, carry commercial general liability insurance with minimum $1 million combined single limit, workers' compensation insurance as required by North Carolina law with employer's liability of at least $500,000, and automobile liability insurance with minimum combined single limits of $250,000. Background checks are required at vendor expense before work begins. Written questions are due September 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST, with responses posted by September 29, 2026. Proposals must remain valid for at least 120 days from opening. Submission requires three hard copies and one flash drive copy, completed Attachment C (Pricing Form), and completed Attachment D (Certification of Financial Condition). The RFP is open market and may utilize federal funds, with Durham Public Schools following applicable federal guidelines when federal funds are used.