Upgrade HVAC and BAS, Poplar Bluff Community Supervision Center

The State of Missouri's Office of Administration - Facilities Management, Design and Construction (OA-FMDC) is seeking bids for a comprehensive HVAC and Building Automation System (BAS) upgrade project at the Poplar Bluff Community Supervision Center. The procurement involves replacing three existing condensing units with associated DX coils, installing a new chiller with a complete chilled water system, adding new chilled water coils to existing air handling units, and upgrading the facility's existing building automation system. The project requires electronic bid submission through the MissouriBUYS platform, with a specific bid deadline of October 20, 2020 at 2:30 PM CDT. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit was scheduled for October 6, 2020, where potential bidders could review project specifications and site conditions. Qualified contractors must submit a comprehensive bid package including detailed technical specifications, a 5% bid bond, and various compliance documentation. The technical objectives include improving the facility's HVAC infrastructure, enhancing energy efficiency, and modernizing the building's automation capabilities.

The solicitation includes specific diversity participation goals, requiring vendors to meet Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation of 10%, Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation of 10%, and Service-Disabled Veteran Enterprise (SDVE) participation of 3%. Electronic bid documents are available at no cost, with paper bid sets obtainable for a $30 refundable deposit. The total estimated project budget ranges from $208,000 to $286,000, indicating a moderate-scale infrastructure improvement project. Bidders must demonstrate technical competence in HVAC systems, building automation technologies, and compliance with state procurement regulations. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with emphasis on meeting the specified diversity participation goals. Contractors must also submit various administrative forms, including work authorization affidavits and anti-discrimination certifications, to be considered for the project.