Minneapolis Supplier Systems #0000004100

The City of Minneapolis, through the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB), is seeking a qualified contractor for comprehensive inspection, maintenance, and repair services for ice rink refrigeration equipment at Parade Ice Garden and Northeast Ice Arena in Minneapolis, MN. - Government Buyer: - City of Minneapolis, Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB), Finance and Property Services Procurement - Facilities/Locations: - Parade Ice Garden (600 Kenwood Parkway, Minneapolis, MN) - Northeast Ice Arena (1306 Central Avenue NE, Minneapolis, MN) - Products/Services Requested: - Quarterly (seasonal) inspections and annual maintenance of rink refrigeration equipment at both arenas - Emergency and standard repair services, available 24/7 - Labor for regular, overtime (1.5x), and double time (2.0x) hours - Materials and incidentals, with a specified mark-up percentage on a $10,000 material cost - Detailed reporting and compliance with all specifications - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs are named; bidders must be licensed and authorized to service ammonia-based and R-22 refrigeration systems - Notable Requirements: - Contractors must hold a High Pressure Pipe license and RETA (Refrigerating Engineering and Technicians Association) certification - Minimum five years of business experience and three similar commercial contracts in the past five years - Compliance with prevailing wage laws, responsible contractor verification, and Minneapolis ordinances - Employment goals: 20% female and 32% minority participation - No subcontracting without prior written consent - Services may be requested at any time (24/7), with specific response times for emergency and standard calls - Contract value not to exceed $175,000 - Contract Structure: - Initial term of one year, with up to two additional one-year extensions possible - Pricing is firm for the initial period, with possible escalation for extensions - Award to lowest responsive and responsible bidder

The City of Minneapolis is soliciting bids for the repair and maintenance of ice rink refrigeration equipment at two ice arenas: Parade Ice Garden and Northeast Ice Arena. The contract includes quarterly inspections, annual maintenance, and emergency repairs to ensure the refrigeration systems operate efficiently and reliably. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience, appropriate licensing, and compliance with prevailing wage and responsible contractor requirements. The contract term is one year with possible extensions, and the total contract value shall not exceed $175,000.