Opportunity
Penn Bid Bonfire #FY-25-26-09
Comprehensive HVAC Systems Upgrade for Reading Area Community College
Posted
April 17, 2026
Respond By
May 13, 2026
Identifier
FY-25-26-09
NAICS
238220, 238210, 238190
Reading Area Community College (RACC) in Berks County, Pennsylvania is seeking bids for a major HVAC systems upgrade across its campus buildings. - Scope of Work: - Replacement and installation of air handling units (AHUs), condensing units, and variable air volume (VAV) boxes - Upgrades to associated ductwork, piping, and select mechanical and electrical components - Modernization of building automation system (BAS) controls and integration with existing campus systems - Mechanical, electrical, and structural modifications, including roof structural supports (dunnage) and electrical power distribution/panel updates - Contract Details: - Fixed price agreement - Bidders must submit a bid bond for each contract bid - All required documentation and pricing templates must be provided - Vendor Requirements: - Open to qualified vendors capable of both mechanical (HVAC) and electrical construction - OEMs: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Integration with existing campus control systems - Structural modifications to support new equipment
Description
Reading Area Community College (RACC) is soliciting bids for a comprehensive upgrade and modernization of its building HVAC systems. The project scope includes upgrades to air handling units, condensing units, VAV boxes, ductwork, controls, and mechanical/electrical components, as well as structural modifications such as roof supports and electrical panel updates. The contract is fixed price, with bids due by May 13, 2026, and an optional pre-bid meeting scheduled for April 24, 2026. Bidders must submit questions by May 7, 2026, and bids via the PennBid platform.