Dept of Military-Replace Rooftop HVAC Units in B803-RC Camp Rapid B803

The South Dakota Department of the Military is soliciting electronic bids for the Replace HVAC Units in B803 - Camp Rapid project located in Rapid City, Pennington County. The procurement involves comprehensive replacement of rooftop HVAC units, heat pumps, boilers, and temperature controls in Building 803 - Mechling Hall, with potential alternate options for replacing existing mechanical infrastructure. Electronic bids will be accepted until September 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time, with an optional on-site pre-bid meeting scheduled for September 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM MT on the south side of Building 803. Bidders must obtain project plans and specifications from Skyline Engineering in Rapid City and are required to submit bid security of 5% for bids under $100,000 or 10% for bids exceeding $100,000, either through a certified check, cashier's check, draft, or bid bond. The project has a total contract duration of 180 consecutive calendar days from the Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion expected by May 1, 2026. Liquidated damages are set at $950 per calendar day for project delays, and the primary objective is to reduce electrical and natural gas consumption by installing more efficient HVAC equipment.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations mentioned in the procurement documents. The project does not indicate preferences for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed in the available documentation. The mechanical and electrical design documents suggest the project involves replacing existing infrastructure with modern, more efficient systems, potentially requiring integration with current building electrical and mechanical systems. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the HVAC replacement, including multiple bid options and extensive technical specifications, implies a significant investment. The project will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with the South Dakota Department of the Military reserving the right to reject any or all bids and waive any irregularities in the bidding process.