Killian HVAC

The state of North Carolina, specifically Blue Ridge Community College located in Harnett County, is seeking a qualified HVAC contractor to provide and install supplemental heating and cooling systems for the Killian Building's Student Center and offices. The procurement is an informal contract (Contract No. 80-BRCC202502) requiring a turnkey HVAC installation that includes a 5-ton Mitsubishi heat pump condenser, two 2-ton ceiling cassette units, two 6k BTU high wall head units, branch headers, control wiring, condensate drain piping, and associated electrical work. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 5th, 2025, at 1:30 PM, with sealed bids due by August 21st, 2025, at 3:30 PM. The project must be completed by December 31st, 2025, with liquidated damages of $200 per day for delays. Contractors will be evaluated based on their base bid submission, which must include a detailed material and labor breakdown. Performance on this project may impact future state project bidding opportunities.

The contract includes a mandatory 10% minority business participation goal, with contractors required to comply with specific minority business participation requirements. An optional alternate exists for integrating the new HVAC system with the existing Metasys Building Automation System. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, public liability, and property insurance. Additionally, successful bidders must register on NC E-Procurement within one week of contract award. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the technical complexity and specific equipment requirements suggest this is a mid-range infrastructure improvement project. The procurement appears open to qualified HVAC contractors who can demonstrate technical capability, minority business participation, and compliance with state procurement regulations.