Opportunity
Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Planet bids #142472
Studios Energy South Chiller Plant Expansion – Chillers, Pumps, and Cooling Tower Installation
Posted
May 27, 2026
Respond By
June 26, 2026
Identifier
142472
NAICS
238220, 238290, 236220
This opportunity involves the expansion of the Studios Energy South (SES) Chiller Plant in Lake Buena Vista, FL, managed by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Utilities Services division. - Government Buyer: - Central Florida Tourism Oversight District - Utilities Services - OEMs and Vendors: - TEI (Original Equipment Manufacturer for the cooling tower) - Owner-furnished equipment (chillers, pumps) - Products/Services Requested: - Installation of new owner-furnished chillers - Two chilled water pumps (owner-furnished) - Two condenser water pumps (owner-furnished) - New concrete cooling tower basin (field-erected by TEI) - Separate concrete pump pit - Associated piping, appurtenances, and controls - Electrical systems (including lighting and lightning protection) - Fire protection system (separate, alarmed branch) - Site modifications (yard drain, sidewalks, fenceline, waterproofing) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Cooling tower must be field-erected by OEM TEI; contractor must coordinate with TEI - Florida Mechanical Contractor License required - Liquidated damages for delays past substantial completion - No specific part numbers or purchase quantities for chillers and pumps provided - Place of Performance: - Studios Energy South Chiller Plant, 397 Cypress Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL - Prospective competitors include construction and mechanical firms with relevant licensing and experience; TEI is the only OEM specifically named for the cooling tower.
Description
This project involves the expansion of the Studios Energy South (SES) Chiller Plant located at 397 Cypress Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL. The work includes installation of new chillers, pumps, cooling tower systems, electrical and fire protection systems, associated piping and controls, site modifications, and related infrastructure improvements. Specific tasks include installing owner-furnished chillers and pumps, constructing a new cooling tower basin and pump pit, electrical and lighting work, fire protection system installation, and site modifications such as sidewalk removal and fenceline relocation. The project requires a Florida Mechanical Contractor License and includes liquidated damages for delays past substantial completion.