Opportunity
University of Washington Workday #208600
University of Washington Chemistry Building Chiller Replacement Project
Posted
March 27, 2026
Respond By
April 21, 2026
Identifier
208600
NAICS
238220, 238210
The University of Washington is seeking bids for a public works project to replace process chillers with heat exchangers in the Chemistry Building on its Seattle campus. - Government Buyer: - University of Washington, UW Facilities - Contact: Chris Severns - Scope of Work: - Demolition and removal of two conventional chillers, seven pumps, a fluid cooler, and associated electrical panels - Installation of two new heat exchangers (HX-1 and HX-2) with all required piping, controls, and appurtenances - Replacement of pumps (P-1, P-2, and others as indicated) - Installation of new temperature sensors and flow meters for system monitoring - Integration with the building automation system - Electrical work including new breakers and conduit for pumps - Commissioning of all new and modified mechanical systems - Unique Requirements: - All work must comply with the 2021 Seattle Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Energy Codes - Project must be phased to minimize downtime and maintain continuous service to the building - Strict adherence to safety and coordination requirements - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the documents provided.
Description
This project involves replacing the building process chillers with heat exchangers connected to the campus cooling water system at the Chemistry Building on the University of Washington Seattle campus. The scope includes demolition and removal of the existing cooling tower on the building roof and its associated systems. Prospective bidders have a pre-bid site meeting scheduled for April 1, 2026, and the bid submission deadline is April 21, 2026. The project is categorized under Public Works and requires coordination with the university and adherence to local codes.