DQ 27-004 Cooling Tower Replacement

Pikes Peak State College is soliciting quotes for the replacement of two existing cooling tower cells and associated infrastructure at the Center for Healthcare Education & Simulation (CHES) campus in Colorado Springs under documented quote DQ 27-004, with quotes due September 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. MST and a mandatory site visitation on September 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

The scope includes removal and disposal of deteriorated, leaking cooling tower cells and support pads; installation of new gravity flow return controlled cooling tower cells (EVAPCO or equivalent); construction of new concrete support pads; completion of piping and electrical connections; insulation; service platform and ladder installation; permitting and inspections; and site cleanup. The contractor must provide CTI-certified cooling tower equipment, implement proper isolation and lockout/tagout procedures, provide crane and rigging services, and deliver a minimum one-year warranty covering equipment, materials, and installation workmanship. All permitting and inspections are contractor responsibilities.

Price is the primary evaluation factor; sample quality and delivery lead time are also considered. Award will be made to the respondent whose acceptable quote is determined most advantageous to the State. Proposed pricing must remain firm during the initial contract term and include all delivery and installation fees.

The desired contract start date is December 7, 2026, with project completion by January 8, 2027. The estimated award date is September 15, 2026. Quotes must be submitted via email to James Gellenbeck at procurement.bids@pikespeak.edu.

The contractor must carry workers' compensation; commercial general liability, automobile liability, protected information liability, and professional liability insurance each at $1 million minimum; and crime insurance at $1 million. Contracts are subject to approval by the Colorado State Controller. Site visitation is mandatory at 1850 Cypress Semi Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921.