Glendale Community College AHU DX-to-CHW Conversion Retrofit Bid - Section 23 73 24
- Primary contact
- Patrick Shahnazarian
- (818) 240-1000 ext 6610
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Glendale Community College is soliciting bids for the conversion of existing direct expansion (DX) cooling to chilled-water (CHW) cooling within three multi-zone air handling units (AHUs). The scope of work includes the safe recovery and disposal of refrigerant; demolition of existing DX coils, compressors, and condensers; and the design, fabrication, and installation of new CHW cooling coils. Additionally, the project requires extending CHW supply/return piping to rooftop AHUs, upgrading controls to integrate with the existing Distech BAS (including DCV for classroom/lab zones), duct cleaning, and post-installation testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB). Contractors must provide a minimum 1-year warranty on labor/materials and 2-year warranties on coils and controls. Third-party commissioning will be provided by the Owner.
Product Data, Shop Drawings, Coil Selections, Fan Data, Sound Data, Controls/BAS diagrams, O&M Manuals, TAB reports, As-built drawings
Compliance with AHRI 430/410, AMCA 300/260, and EPA Section 608 standards; adherence to specified manufacturer experience (minimum 5 years)
SUMMARY
Glendale Community College is soliciting bids for the conversion of existing direct expansion (DX) cooling to chilled-water (CHW) cooling within three multi-zone air handling units (AHUs).
The scope of work includes the safe recovery and disposal of refrigerant; demolition of existing DX coils, compressors, and condensers; and the design, fabrication, and installation of new CHW cooling coils. Additionally, the project requires extending CHW supply/return piping to rooftop AHUs, upgrading controls to integrate with the existing Distech BAS (including DCV for classroom/lab zones), duct cleaning, and post-installation testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB). Contractors must provide a minimum 1-year warranty on labor/materials and 2-year warranties on coils and controls. Third-party commissioning will be provided by the Owner.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Compliance with AHRI 430/410, AMCA 300/260, and EPA Section 608 standards; adherence to specified manufacturer experience (minimum 5 years)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Product Data
- Shop Drawings
- Coil Selections
- Fan Data
- Sound Data
- Controls/BAS diagrams
- O&M Manuals
- TAB reports
- As-built drawings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Disposal manifest per EPA 608
- Factory test records
- Start-up forms
- Warranty certificates
- BAS point-to-point checkout forms
- Scope location
- Glendale, CA
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Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Glendale Community College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Patrick Shahnazarian.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Glendale Community College in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Patrick Shahnazarian at (818) 240-1000 ext 6610. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Product Data, Shop Drawings, Coil Selections, Fan Data, Sound Data, Controls/BAS diagrams, O&M Manuals, TAB reports, As-built drawings. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with AHRI 430/410, AMCA 300/260, and EPA Section 608 standards; adherence to specified manufacturer experience (minimum 5 years)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Glendale Community College?
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Disposal manifest per EPA 608, factory test records, start-up forms, warranty certificates, BAS point-to-point checkout forms. Review the full document from Glendale Community College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Glendale, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.