DFCM Construction - Prequalified Mechanical Stage II - Department of Health and Human Services- Utah State Developmental Center- USDC Raintree Mechanical Upgrades - Project #25198410

The State of Utah Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) is requesting bids for comprehensive mechanical and plumbing upgrades to the Utah State Developmental Center Raintree Building in American Fork under Stage II Invitation to Bid CR27016-25198410, with bids due October 6, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Only contractors prequalified under the Stage I Prequalification for Contractors process and currently listed on the DFCM Prequalified Contractors list are eligible to bid — this is a restricted-eligibility Stage II procurement.

The scope encompasses removal and replacement of all existing air handlers, complete overhaul of mechanical equipment and air distribution systems across four mechanical rooms, building controls upgrade to Niagara N4, connection to existing campus steam and chilled water piping, new electrical accommodations for all equipment, and full system and building test and balance reporting. The project includes Variable Frequency Controller (VFC) procurement with specified NEMA ICS 2, IGBT, PWM-type requirements; acceptable manufacturers are ABB Power Distribution, Mitsubishi, Eaton Corporation, Yaskawa, or prior-approved equals. BCI Background Checks and HIPAA agreements are required for all on-site workers and trades. A Limited Asbestos Survey identified asbestos-containing materials (AHU/Duct Gasket Sealant and TSI-End Sealant) requiring removal by a licensed abatement contractor prior to construction disturbance.

The construction cost estimate is $2.1 million. Substantial completion is October 1, 2027, with liquidated damages of $2,000 per day for delays beyond fourteen days after that date. A Health Insurance Statement of Compliance Form is required from the awarded contractor prior to Notice to Proceed. Bid bonds of 5% of the bid amount on AIA Document A310-2010 and performance/payment bonds of 100% on AIA Document A312-2010 are required. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. in American Fork. Questions are due September 22, 2026. Subcontractor lists with bid amounts of $35,000 or more must be submitted by October 7, 2026 within 24 hours of bid opening. DFCM Addendum #001 (September 3, 2026) and Addendum #002 (September 25, 2026) clarify scope, VFD specifications, and equipment schedules; bidders must acknowledge receipt of both addenda with their bids.