(FDOT) district four (D4) palm beach operation center air conditioner replacement upgrade project

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District 4, operating from its facility at 7900 Forest Hill Blvd. in West Palm Beach, Florida 33413, is seeking a certified, licensed, and insured mechanical HVAC contractor to perform air conditioner replacement and upgrade services. This procurement focuses on replacing existing air conditioning systems at the Palm Beach Operation Center, with deliverables including the complete removal of current HVAC equipment and installation of new, upgraded air conditioning systems that meet current building codes and performance standards. The primary objectives are to restore optimal climate control functionality at the operation center and improve system efficiency and reliability. Prospective bidders must be certified mechanical contractors with current Florida licensure and proof of insurance coverage. The request for proposals was posted on April 23, 2026, with a submission deadline of May 14, 2026, providing interested contractors with approximately three weeks to prepare and submit their bids. Additional detailed project specifications and procurement requirements are available through FDOT's District Four Fixed Capital Outlay Contracts portal.

The procurement opportunity does not specify any particular set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or restrictions limiting which types of organizations may respond, though all respondents must maintain proper licensing and insurance as mechanical contractors. No information regarding incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing technology integration requirements has been disclosed in the available procurement documentation. Similarly, the specific award value or budget range for this HVAC replacement project has not been publicly detailed in the posted opportunity materials. Interested contractors should consult the complete advertisement through the District Four Fixed Capital Outlay Contracts link for comprehensive information regarding evaluation criteria, scoring methodologies, technical specifications, and any additional submission requirements or qualifications necessary to be considered for award.