Building Automation Upgrade Project (Phase 6)

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is seeking qualified contractors for the Building Automation Upgrade Project (Phase 6), a comprehensive building controls retrofit for three elementary schools located in Adams County and Denver City, Colorado. The project involves upgrading building automation systems at Coronado Hills, Coyote Ridge, and Meridian Elementary Schools, with a specific requirement that bidders have qualified Honeywell Technicians on staff. The primary deliverables include replacing existing HVAC controls, implementing direct digital control (DDC) systems, and modernizing building automation infrastructure using Honeywell International Inc. control systems and Tridium Niagara framework integration. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site walk is scheduled for 9/29/2025, with bid submissions due on 10/30/2025 by 10:00 AM Mountain Time through BidNet Direct. Evaluation criteria will focus on lowest price and contractor qualifications, with bidders required to submit comprehensive proposals including a qualifications form, price/cost bid form, bid bond, and various certifications. The project timeline anticipates contract execution on January 1, 2026, with work to be completed between Spring Break 2026 and August 14, 2026, requiring substantial completion by August 1, 2026.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project will be executed under a single lump sum general contract, with the district reserving the right to make multiple awards if necessary. Existing infrastructure includes complex mechanical systems with multiple air handling units, VAV systems, and detailed control point requirements across various school zones. Contractors must provide comprehensive commissioning, 40 hours of training, and a minimum one-year labor and two-year parts warranty. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the project involves detailed technical specifications for replacing control systems across three elementary schools, suggesting a significant investment in building automation technology. The district requires open communication protocols, BACnet IP and MSTP compatibility, and detailed graphic interfaces for system monitoring, with a strong emphasis on maintaining the district's existing technological standards and infrastructure.