Supply and Install Chiller at Lincoln Middle School

The City of Meriden, Connecticut, through its Engineering Department, is soliciting bids for Solicitation Number B024-29A to supply and install a replacement chiller at Lincoln Middle School, located at 164 Centennial Avenue in Meriden. The project requires a qualified contractor to furnish all necessary labor and materials to replace the existing chiller at the school facility. The solicitation was posted on December 6, 2023, with a bid submission deadline of January 4, 2024, at 11:30 AM EST. Potential bidders are permitted to submit questions during a vendor Q&A period from December 6, 2023, at 12:45 PM EST through December 29, 2023, at 4:00 PM EST. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Susan Martel, who can be reached at 203-630-4115 or smartel@meridenct.gov. The bid package includes multiple addenda (numbered 1-6) and specifies delivery terms as Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be determined by the vendor.

The solicitation appears to be open to all vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation. The bid does not specify line items or provide an estimated total contract value, which suggests flexibility in proposal structuring. Delivery terms are clearly defined as Free On Board Destination, indicating that the vendor will be responsible for delivering the chiller to the specified location. The multiple addenda documents suggest potential modifications or clarifications to the original specifications, which bidders should carefully review. While no specific budget range is provided, the project involves a comprehensive chiller replacement, which typically represents a significant capital investment for a school facility. Interested contractors should thoroughly review all provided documentation and be prepared to demonstrate capability in HVAC equipment procurement and installation.