Opportunity
University of Kansas Ionwave #3115986 Addendum 2
Comprehensive Water Treatment Services for Boilers, Chillers, and Cooling Towers at University of Kansas Campuses
Posted
May 08, 2026
Respond By
July 02, 2026
Identifier
3115986 Addendum 2
NAICS
561790
The University of Kansas and the University of Kansas Medical Center are seeking comprehensive water treatment services for a diverse inventory of boilers, chillers, and cooling towers across multiple campuses. - Government Buyer: - University of Kansas (KU) and University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) - OEMs and Equipment Brands Mentioned: - Superior Boiler, Ajax Boiler, Weil-McLain, Keeler, Babcock & Wilcox, Nebraska Boiler, York, Trane, Lochinvar, Kewanee, CREST, LAARS, Hurst, Marley, Peerless, Bell & Gossett, Ingersoll, Worthington, BAC, Aerco - Products/Equipment Requested: - Multiple steam boilers, water tube boilers, firetube boilers, and gas-fired boilers (various models and serials) - Chillers (centrifugal, scroll, rotary screw, DX) from York and Trane - Cooling towers from Marley, Peerless, Bell & Gossett, Ingersoll, Worthington, BAC - Notable Requirements: - Field verification required for several equipment items - Equipment spans multiple buildings and power plants - The water treatment program must cover all listed equipment and include supply of chemicals, installation and maintenance of dosing and monitoring equipment, regular testing, emergency support, and staff training - Compliance with EPA, KDHE, OSHA, and ASHRAE standards - ISO 9000 certification for manufacturing facilities, on-site microbiological testing, pollution liability insurance, and minimum on-site service hours - Quantities: - Each equipment item is typically requested in a quantity of one, with specific models and serial numbers provided for asset tracking and service alignment
Description
The University of Kansas (KU) and The University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) are soliciting proposals for inspection, preventative maintenance, testing, monitoring, reporting, and chemical treatment services for KU's boiler systems, cooling towers, hot water loops, and chilled water loops. The contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals. The scope includes vendor-managed chemical treatment infrastructure, emergency support, compliance with regulations, and training for KU/KUMC staff. The solicitation emphasizes reliability, efficiency, and accountability in maintaining system performance and protecting mechanical infrastructure.