South Columbus High School Gym HVAC Installation Services (Repost)

Columbus County Schools is soliciting Requests for Proposals (RFP) for HVAC installation services at the South Columbus High School Gymnasium located in Tabor City, North Carolina. The project involves replacing existing unit heaters with three hot/cold water reheat air handlers connected to the existing boiler/chiller system, utilizing air distribution through sock duct. Contractors must possess a current North Carolina Mechanical Contractor's license and provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Builder's Risk and commercial general liability policies. The evaluation process will assess bids based on specific criteria: contractor experience (60 points), team qualifications (10 points), project understanding and approach (10 points), schedule (10 points), and Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprise participation (10 points). A mandatory site visit was scheduled for April 10th, 2025, with proposal submissions due by May 12th, 2025 at 1 PM, and project completion targeted for August 2025.

The procurement opportunity appears to have a strong emphasis on minority and women-owned business participation, with 10 points allocated specifically for MWBE engagement. Funding for the project may be sourced from multiple channels, including Columbus County Schools capital fund, Columbus County Commissioners, grants, PSBRRF, or donations. While a specific total project budget is not definitively stated, the contract will encompass construction costs, design services, testing services, public jurisdiction fees, permits, and related building expenses. The project covers the gymnasium of a school constructed around 1992, indicating potential modernization and infrastructure improvement. Contractors will be expected to manage the entire project lifecycle, including mobilization, permitting, installation, commissioning, and final inspection. Interested bidders must submit proposals electronically to tward@columbus.k12.nc.us, with late submissions not being considered for evaluation.