HVAC Installation - Carpenter House Fair Hill NRMA

The state of Maryland, specifically Cecil County and the Edgemont Census-Designated Place (CDP), is seeking a qualified contractor to design, build, and install a new high-velocity HVAC system for the Carpenter House located within Fair Hill Natural Resource Management Area (NRMA). The procurement opportunity, posted on August 28, 2025, requires a comprehensive solution that includes all necessary labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and insurance for a complete HVAC installation. Contractors must be prepared to provide a full-service approach, encompassing system design, construction, and installation of the high-velocity HVAC system. The proposal submission deadline is October 3, 2025, giving potential bidders approximately five weeks to prepare and submit their comprehensive project proposals. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the available information, contractors can expect to be assessed on their technical expertise, system design capabilities, installation experience, and overall project approach specific to historic or preservation-sensitive environments like the Carpenter House.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on contractor participation are explicitly stated in the provided documentation. The procurement appears to be open to qualified HVAC contractors with demonstrated experience in complex installation projects, particularly those involving historical or preservation-related facilities. Although no incumbent vendors are identified, the project's location within a Natural Resource Management Area suggests potential sensitivity to environmental and historical preservation considerations that could impact system design and installation. While no specific budget range is provided, HVAC installation projects for historical structures typically require specialized expertise and can range significantly in cost depending on the complexity of the building's infrastructure and the specific high-velocity system requirements. Interested contractors should be prepared to demonstrate extensive technical capabilities, historical renovation experience, and a nuanced understanding of HVAC systems suitable for preservation-sensitive environments.