Colorado School of Mines has initiated a two-step solicitation process for prequalifying mechanical contractors to replace Boiler 5 in the Heating Plant Annex, located in Jefferson County, Colorado. The project is a design-bid-build procurement involving the installation of an owner-furnished 50,000 pounds per hour steam boiler, complex piping systems, and boiler control systems. Contractors must demonstrate substantial experience with higher education campus projects, specifically requiring two similar projects valued at least $3,000,000 completed within the last 10 years. The submission deadline is October 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM Mountain Time, with electronic submissions accepted exclusively through BidNetDirect.com. Evaluation criteria will include comprehensive documentation such as company background, project references, key personnel resumes, current contract information, and verified bonding capacity. The project timeline anticipates substantial completion within 10 calendar months from the Notice to Proceed, with final completion required within an additional 60 calendar days.
The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project has an estimated construction cost of $5,800,000 and requires specific commitment to work with Victory Energy Operations, LLC, the boiler supplier. The solicitation focuses on replacing a non-functional existing boiler and preparing for anticipated increased campus steam demand in 2026. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical capability, financial stability, and experience with complex mechanical systems in educational infrastructure settings. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the procurement emphasizes the need for contractors with proven expertise in high-capacity steam system replacements in institutional environments.
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