Camp Mabry Building 75 RTUs Replacement

The Texas Military Department is requesting sealed bids on the replacement of seven rooftop HVAC units at Camp Mabry Building 75 under IFB TMD26-CFMO-0044520, with bids due August 12, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Central Time and mandatory pre-bid site visits on July 16 at 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. at 2200 West 35th Street, Building 75, Austin, Texas 78703; failure to attend results in disqualification. A good-faith effort to use Texas Comptroller-certified Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) subcontractors is required, with submission of a detailed subcontracting plan addressing seven subcontracting opportunities across HVAC, electrical, and site cleanup categories.

The scope encompasses removal and disposal of seven existing Carrier rooftop units (model 48HJE007G-631CA), installation of replacement units with similar or equal capacity and performance, connection to existing 460-3 phase disconnect and gas lines, installation of equipment pads or isolation feet, ductwork connection or fabrication, duct detector and fire alarm system connections, new drain lines, new programmable or smart thermostats for each unit, system balancing and commissioning, and performance testing and closeout. The existing units operate on R-134A refrigerant (being phased out) with obsolete control boards; repair parts are unavailable.

The estimated contract value is $190,000. The initial contract term is one year from award with no optional renewal periods. Bidders must submit pricing on a firm fixed-price basis using the mandatory pricing schedule as four lump-sum line items covering removal/disposal, equipment and installation, electrical and controls work, and startup/testing/commissioning. Questions are due July 22, 2026 at 4:00 p.m., with answers posted by July 30. Performance and payment bonds are required; bond costs must be included in the base bid. Financial rating reports from Dun & Bradstreet or Fitch Ratings demonstrating solvency are required. Contractor must comply with Texas prevailing wage rates under Texas Government Code Section 2258, maintain insurance with A.M. Best rating of "A" or better naming TMD as additional insured, and respond to warranty calls within 48 hours with repairs completed within 14 days. All electrical items must meet OSHA standards and bear UL, FMRC, or NEMA listings.