CONTRACT: Portsmouth Circuit Court Boiler Removal and Installation Services

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, Division of Procurement and Support Services is seeking a contractor for boiler removal and installation services at the Portsmouth Circuit Court located at 111 Parrott Avenue. The project involves removing existing boilers and installing two new high-efficiency gas-fired condensing boilers, with acceptable manufacturers limited to Lochinvar Corporation, Aerco Corporation, and Cleaver-Brooks. Deliverables include complete mechanical, plumbing, and electrical system modifications, including gas piping reconnections, fire alarm system upgrades, and integration of new control systems. The bid opening is scheduled for March 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM Eastern Time, with two mandatory pre-bid site walkthroughs on March 7 and March 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM. Bidders must submit a lump sum total pricing for all labor and materials, including start-up and required training, and must obtain background checks for all on-site employees. The project has a strict implementation timeline, with a contract start date of May 23, 2025 and required completion by September 30, 2025, with potential contract extension for up to three additional months.

The contract requires a Payment and Performance Bond equal to 100% of the contract amount and does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be licensed in relevant trades including gas fitting, electrical work, and mechanical systems. The total project budget is not explicitly stated, but monthly payments will be made based on percentage of work completed, with payment due 30 days after invoice receipt. The State requires a minimum one-year warranty on all equipment, covering 100% of repair or replacement costs including parts, shipping, labor, travel, and expenses. Contractors must also comply with extensive documentation requirements, including submitting rebate paperwork for condensing boilers, pumps, and variable frequency drives, with rebate money to be credited back to the State. The project includes a waste management requirement that 75% of project waste must be diverted from landfills through recycling and reuse programs. Contractors will need to coordinate closely with State officials and maintain building operations throughout the construction process.