MRR-27-1101 Education Center Chiller Replacement

The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia is soliciting sealed bids through Invitation to Bid MRR-27-1101 for replacement of the Education Center chiller at Valdosta State University, with a mandatory pre-bid conference on November 17, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and bids due December 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Attendance at the pre-bid conference is required for any contractor intending to bid. Eligibility requires Georgia state licensure, minimum experience as specified in Section 01 4000 - Quality Requirements, and a written Statement of Qualifications.

The project replaces existing water-cooled chiller equipment with two new air-cooled chillers, rated at dual 405-GPM capacity and 100-degree Fahrenheit ambient conditions, and includes demolition of existing components. Work also includes new chilled water circulation pumps with variable frequency drives, expansion tanks, chemical feeder systems, 8-inch supply and return piping, underground chilled water piping, a pad-mounted transformer, a new load center, and power distribution to both chillers. The variable frequency drive controls integrate with the building automation system through a BACnet interface. Site work includes new chain-link fencing. Place of performance is Valdosta, Georgia.

Bidders must not be debarred or suspended by any state or federal agency, must not have been terminated for cause or default on public works contracts, must demonstrate a current ratio of 1.0 or higher, and must maintain an Experience Modification Rate averaging no more than 1.2 over three years. Contractors must comply with the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act and certify federal work authorization.

The contract will be awarded on a lump-sum basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bids must include a bid bond of not less than 5 percent of the bid amount, and performance and payment bonds each equal to 100 percent of the Contract Sum are required before execution. Bids remain valid for 60 days after opening. If all responsive and responsible bids exceed budget, the owner may supplement funding or negotiate scope modifications with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Pre-commencement services must be completed within 60 days of the contract effective date, and physical work must reach material completion within 365 consecutive calendar days of the Proceed Order.

Bidding documents are available from the design professional, NBP Engineers, Inc., at sholloway@nbpengineers.com, emoore@nbpengineers.com, or (478) 745-1691. Sealed bids must be physically delivered to the VSU Physical Plant Office Conference Room, 2903 North Ashley Street, Valdosta, Georgia 31602.