Kenosha County Pre-Trial Facility HVAC Improvements - Note this bid has been cancelled as of 12/15/2025

Kenosha County, Wisconsin is seeking bids for a comprehensive HVAC improvement project at the Pre-Trial Facility located at 927 54th Street in Kenosha. The procurement opportunity, posted on November 26, 2025, requires contractors to complete a substantial upgrade of the facility's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Specific project requirements include selective demolition and disposal of existing equipment, replacement of rooftop equipment and VAV boxes, and installation of new piping, ductwork, and electrical connections. Contractors must also provide new control systems and integrate existing fire alarm devices into the new equipment configuration. The bid submission deadline is January 14, 2026, providing potential bidders approximately seven weeks to prepare comprehensive proposals. Successful contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in complex HVAC retrofitting, electrical systems integration, and commercial facility renovation.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements were explicitly mentioned in the solicitation, contractors will likely need to meet standard Wisconsin state and Kenosha County procurement qualifications. The project appears to involve comprehensive system replacement, suggesting a potential significant investment in facility infrastructure modernization. Although a precise budget range was not specified, HVAC system upgrades for a pre-trial facility typically represent a substantial capital investment, potentially ranging from $250,000 to $750,000 depending on the complexity of the existing systems and the extent of required modifications. The project's focus on integrating new equipment with existing fire alarm systems indicates a preference for contractors with demonstrated experience in complex mechanical and electrical system upgrades within institutional settings. Interested bidders should carefully review the full solicitation documents and be prepared to provide detailed technical specifications, project timelines, and comprehensive cost proposals.