University of California, Berkeley - Berkeley Clean Energy Campus Building Conversions - 12893A/B/C
University Of California-BerkeleyHigher Ed · Berkeley, CA- Due
- Mar 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Contract Administration
- (510) 495-5786
The 30-second brief
University of California, Berkeley seeks prequalification for Progressive Design Builder(s) to modernize campus energy infrastructure by converting energy-intensive campus buildings from a steam heating and cooling system to a hydronic heating and cooling system with low temperature hot water (LTHW). The scope includes design and installation for Building Conversions (BC) under Project No. 12893A/B/C, requiring a C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Contractor license. The submission deadline for prequalification documents is March 6, 2026, through BuildingConnected, with questions due by February 13, 2026. The project is subject to prevailing wage, Department of Industrial Relations registration, and SBE/DVBE participation goals.
Mechanical conversion from steam to low temperature hot water (LTHW)
License, Construction Experience, Design Experience, Design Build Experience, Financial Data, Arbitration, Litigation, and Claims History, Surety, Insurance, Disqualifications, Rates for Additional Design Services, Design Build Project Team Members, Safety, Additional Comments
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Summary
University of California, Berkeley seeks prequalification for Progressive Design Builder(s) to modernize campus energy infrastructure by converting energy-intensive campus buildings from a steam heating and cooling system to a hydronic heating and cooling system with low temperature hot water (LTHW).
The scope includes design and installation for Building Conversions (BC) under Project No. 12893A/B/C, requiring a C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Contractor license. The submission deadline for prequalification documents is March 6, 2026, through BuildingConnected, with questions due by February 13, 2026. The project is subject to prevailing wage, Department of Industrial Relations registration, and SBE/DVBE participation goals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
15- License
- Construction Experience
- Design Experience
- Design Build Experience
- Financial Data
- Arbitration
- Litigation
- Claims History
- Surety
- Insurance
- Disqualifications
- Rates for Additional Design Services
- Design Build Project Team Members
- Safety
- Additional Comments
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Mechanical conversion from steam to low temperature hot water (LTHW)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Prequalification Questionnaire
- Bid bond
- Payment and performance bonds
- Submit to
- https://app.buildingconnected.com/projects/69850bbfe7a2041d978dde3d/bid-packages
- Scope location
- Berkeley, CA
- Reported agency
- University of California, Berkeley
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from University Of California-Berkeley?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://app.buildingconnected.com/projects/69850bbfe7a2041d978dde3d/bid-packages. For questions, contact Contract Administration.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including University Of California-Berkeley 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 RFQ 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 Contract Administration at (510) 495-5786. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mechanical conversion from steam to low temperature hot water (LTHW). 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: "License, Construction Experience, Design Experience, Design Build Experience, Financial Data, Arbitration, Litigation, and Claims History, Surety, Insurance, Disqualifications, Rates for Additional De..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from University Of California-Berkeley?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Prequalification Questionnaire, bid bond, payment and performance bonds. Review the full document from University Of California-Berkeley for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Berkeley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.