FVSU-Vet Tech Boiler Replacement

The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia is seeking sealed bids for the FVSUB 092025 Oneal Vet Tech Boiler Replacement project at Fort Valley State University. This Design-Bid-Build construction contract involves comprehensive replacement of existing boiler systems in the second-floor mechanical room of the Veterinary Technology Building. Specific deliverables include installing a new condensing hot water boiler with 1491 MBH input and 95.7% efficiency, replacing existing heating water pumps with new pumps and variable frequency drives, and updating the building management system. Bidders must submit sealed proposals by September 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the FVSU Wilson Roberts Building Conference Room, with a mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for September 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Contractor qualifications include maintaining a minimum 1.0 current ratio, having an Experience Modification Rate not exceeding 1.2, demonstrating financial stability, and providing a bid bond of at least 5% of the total bid amount. The project has a specified completion timeline of 90 consecutive calendar days from the Proceed Order, with both performance and payment bonds required for 100% of the contract sum.

The procurement encourages participation of minority business enterprises and prioritizes the use of Georgia products and employment of Georgia citizens. Bidders must not have current suspensions or debarments and must show successful completion of similar public works projects. The Board of Regents reserves the right to reject any bids that exceed the budget and may negotiate with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder to align costs with available funding. While a specific budget is not explicitly stated, the contract includes provisions for potential financial adjustments. The project will be funded through the Board of Regents and is located in Fort Valley, Georgia, within Paulding County. Bidders can obtain electronic bidding documents by emailing sholloway@nbpengineers.com or emoore@nbpengineers.com, with design documents prepared by NBP Engineers, Inc. The owner will evaluate bids based on responsiveness, contractor qualifications, financial stability, safety record, and ability to complete the project within the specified timeframe and budget constraints.