University Of Kentucky Uniofky #CCK-2590.29-4-26

University of Kentucky Central Heating Boiler Replacement Project Solicitation

The University of Kentucky is seeking bids for a major Central Heating Boiler Replacement project at its Central Utility Plant in Lexington, KY. - Government Buyer: - University of Kentucky, Construction Procurement Section, Room #322 Peterson Service Building - Scope of Work: - Demolition of existing piping and equipment - Structural modifications to accommodate new systems - Installation of a new 100,000 lb/hr boiler - New mechanical, electrical, controls, and plumbing systems - Relocation of an electrical generator to Cooling Plant No. 2 - Installation of water softeners, brine tank, control panels, and field devices - Construction of trench for piping/drainage and new access catwalks - Integration of new equipment with the building automation system (BAS), including programming for safe and efficient operation - Products/Services Requested: - 100,000 lb/hr boiler (quantity: 1) - Water softeners - Brine tank (quantity: 1) - Electrical generator (quantity: 1) - Control panels and field devices - Demolition, installation, relocation, and construction services - Unique Requirements: - Preservation of the historic character of the Central Utility Plant - Lump sum bid - Provision of bid, performance, and payment bonds - Integration with existing BAS - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation. - Notable requirement for substantial completion within 220 days, with final completion 30 days later.

Description

The University of Kentucky is soliciting sealed proposals for the Central Heating Boiler Replacement project (project #2590.29). The work involves demolition, structural modifications, and installation of new mechanical, electrical, controls, and plumbing systems to support a new 100,000 lb/hr boiler in the Central Utility Plant, a historic structure. The project includes removal and relocation of existing equipment, structural wall modifications, installation of new access catwalks, water softeners, brine tank, floor drains, and integration of new controls with the existing building automation system. Bids are to be submitted as lump sum amounts by prime contractors, with a substantial completion deadline of 220 calendar days from commencement.

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