RFP HEERC Duct Replacement for DHU

Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) in Batavia, Illinois is soliciting bids on exhaust ductwork replacement for a Desiccant Dehumidifier unit at the Helen Edwards Engineering Research Center (HEERC) under RFP HEERC Duct Replacement for DHU, with proposals due May 12, 2026. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors), restricting eligibility to small businesses.

The scope includes complete removal of existing 2-inch duct insulation and designated ductwork sections; fabrication and installation of new square sheet metal ductwork with inline trap configuration; installation of a condensate pan with internal duct; supply and installation of hangers and supports per SMACNA standards; sealing and re-insulation of all ductwork joints; installation of 3/4" PVC piping with deep seal trap and condensate neutralizer connected to facility floor drain; and third-party commissioning by Dry Solutions. The contractor must submit field measurements and design shop drawings for approval prior to fabrication and provide a written hazard analysis for insulation removal and disposal. The contractor bears responsibility for all labor, supervision, equipment, measurements, programming, installation, and testing. Work must comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 Lock-Out Tag-Out procedures.

Place of performance is the HEERC facility (FIMS#004) in DuPage County. The estimated project start date is April 9, 2026, with a hard stop completion date of December 31, 2026. Upon completion, the contractor must submit all operations and maintenance manuals, warranties, and commissioning reports to the Task Manager/Construction Coordinator. Government furnishes a metal dumpster for debris disposal; the contractor is responsible for daily site cleanup.