Massport #GENERAL BIDS_IFB 26-19 Argenziano School Boiler Replacement

Argenziano School Boiler Replacement – Three Condensing Boilers and System Integration

The City of Somerville, MA is seeking bids for a comprehensive boiler replacement project at the Argenziano School. - Government Buyer: - City of Somerville, Procurement & Contracting Services Department, managed by Senior Procurement Manager Thupten Chukhatsang - OEMs and Vendors: - Lochinvar (existing boilers to be replaced) - Honeywell (existing building control system integration required) - Metro Group (specified for water chemistry testing and inhibitor addition) - Multiple HVAC and electrical contractors listed as filed sub-bidders - Products/Services Requested: - Demolition and removal of three existing Lochinvar condensing boilers - Installation of three new condensing boilers with associated primary pumps, piping (including Megapress and Propress methods), gas piping, condensate neutralizer, wiring, intake vent, and double-walled stainless steel exhaust flue - Integration of new boilers with existing Honeywell EBI front-end controls - Water treatment and glycol management, including testing and adjustment to 30% glycol concentration and coordination with Metro Group - Temporary heat provisions during construction - Coordination with roofing contractor for roof penetrations and weatherproofing - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Massachusetts state prevailing wage laws - 100% payment and performance bonds required - Substantial completion required by early October, with final completion by January - Coordination with city’s roofing contractor and Honeywell controls - Use of double-walled stainless steel flues and specific piping methods - Contractor responsible for temporary heat and glycol management - Option for extended equipment warranties - DCAMM certification may be required for general building, HVAC, and electrical trades

Description

This solicitation is for the replacement of boilers at the Argenziano School located at 290 Washington Street, Somerville, MA. The project involves demolition of three existing condensing boilers and installation of three new boilers with associated equipment. The work may require DCAMM certification in general building construction and HVAC/electrical trades. Substantial completion is required by October 1, 2026, with final completion by January 1, 2027. The estimated construction cost is $868,000.

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