One Waterfront Place Dry Coolers Replacement

West Virginia University (WVU) has issued a Request for Bid (RFB202690000664) for a comprehensive dry coolers replacement project at One Waterfront Place in Morgantown, West Virginia. The procurement involves removing two existing dry coolers and furnishing, installing, and commissioning new equipment for the glycol loop, including new equipment pads, exterior piping, valves, insulation, electrical feeders, and full integration with the building automation system. Contractors must meet stringent minimum qualifications, including 10 years of contracting experience, a Project Manager and Superintendent with 5 years of relevant experience, and a manufacturer letter confirming authorization as an installer/service partner. The bid was released on October 16, 2025, with a mandatory pre-bid site visit scheduled for October 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, and the solicitation closes on November 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. Substantial completion is required by March 30, 2026, with final completion by April 30, 2026, and liquidated damages of $250 per calendar day for substantial completion delays and $500 per calendar day for final completion delays.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The project requires working with existing Siemens building automation systems and maintaining continuous service to critical building and data center loads. Contractors must comply with WVU's Environmental Health and Safety Contractor Safety Program and maintain an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 1.20 or lower. The new dry coolers will be Liebert DGHX120AA136A00 models, each with 1,448 MBH total heat rejection capacity, operating with a 40% propylene glycol solution. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project, including mechanical, electrical, and control system work, suggests a significant capital investment. The project emphasizes minimal service interruption and requires extensive coordination with WVU, including adhering to strict site access, safety, and operational protocols.