South Columbus High School Gym HVAC Installation Services

Columbus County Schools is soliciting Requests for Proposals (RFP) for a gymnasium HVAC installation project at South Columbus High School located in Tabor City, North Carolina. The procurement seeks a qualified North Carolina Mechanical Contractor to install air conditioning in the existing gymnasium, replace unit heaters with three hot/cold water reheat air handlers connected to the existing boiler/chiller system, and implement air distribution via sock duct. Key procurement dates include a mandatory site visit on April 10, 2025, proposal submissions due by May 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM, bid evaluation on May 2, 2025, Board of Education recommendation on May 12, 2025, and anticipated notice to proceed on May 14, 2025. Contractors must possess a current North Carolina Mechanical Contractor's license and demonstrate substantial project experience. Evaluation criteria will focus on contractor qualifications, project understanding, proposed schedule, and potential Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation. The project is targeted for completion by August 2025, with proposals to be submitted electronically to tward@columbus.k12.nc.us.

The procurement allows for potential funding from multiple sources, including Columbus County Schools capital fund, Columbus County Commissioners, grants, PSBRRF, and donations. While a specific project budget is not definitively stated, the contract will encompass construction expenses, design services, testing services, public jurisdiction fees, and permit costs. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including a $2,000,000 commercial general liability policy, $1,000,000 commercial auto liability, and a Builder's Risk Insurance Policy covering the total project cost. The procurement process emphasizes a qualifications-based selection approach, with potential preference given to Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises. Interested contractors will need to demonstrate technical capability, financial stability, and experience with similar HVAC installation projects in educational facilities. Supplemental project documentation, including drawings and equipment specifications, can be accessed via a provided URL (https://tinyurl.com/25schshvacrfp).