LaGuardia Library IT Server HVAC Upgrade and HAZMAT Abatement

The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) is soliciting sealed bids for HVAC upgrade and hazmat abatement work at LaGuardia Library's fourth-floor IT Server room, with bids due August 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. ET at DASNY's office in Albany. A pre-bid meeting was held July 21, 2026; the deadline has passed, though the specification document remains available for download. This is a single prime contract with mandatory Project Labor Agreement (PLA) compliance and a 5% bid security requirement.

MWBE participation goals are 18% Minority Business Enterprise, 12% Women's Business Enterprise, and 6% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses, with an overall workforce goal of 45% minority and women participation. Subcontract limits are capped at 39% of total contract price for general construction trades. Prevailing wage rates apply. Contractors and subcontractors must be registered with the New York State Department of Labor.

Scope includes removal and replacement of four existing air handling units, installation of new chilled water connections, ductwork distribution modifications, roof-mounted condensing unit rigging, new control systems, phased construction with temporary water-cooled cooling supplementation, electrical upgrades including automatic transfer switches and emergency power provisions, fire suppression system modifications, architectural work for ceiling fixture reinstallation, and lead-safe demolition practices. The project is located at 2700 Campus Road, Brooklyn, New York 11210.

Substantial completion is required no later than January 14, 2028, with liquidated damages of $4,000 per calendar day for non-compliance. A mandatory pre-award meeting for the apparent low bidder is scheduled August 24, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The apparent low bidder must submit a Statewide Utilization Management Plan (SUMP) within ten business days after Notice to Proceed. Performance and Payment Bonds, each equal to 100% of contract amount, must be furnished with surety rated at least A- by A.M. Best and Company and authorized to do business in New York State. Contract documents are available through Camelot Print and Copy Centers at www.camelotplanroom.com.