North Carolina eVP #125-2026-07-02

Comprehensive HVAC System Upgrade for Founders Building at Southwestern Community College

Southwestern Community College in Sylva, North Carolina is seeking proposals for a comprehensive HVAC system upgrade for the Founders Building on its Jackson County campus. - Government Buyer: - State of North Carolina, Southwestern Community College, Director of Facilities (Joe Waldrum) - Scope of Work: - Turn-key HVAC system renovation or replacement - Includes design, engineering, permitting, demolition, installation, testing, and final documentation - Must comply with ASHRAE standards, North Carolina Building Code, and all relevant regulations - Integration with campus Building Automation System (BAS) - Advanced filtration and zone control required - Products/Services Requested: - Mechanical, electrical, and professional engineering drawings (NC licensed engineer) - Building load and energy analysis - Permitting and third-party inspections - Site preparation and demolition of existing HVAC equipment - Construction and installation of new HVAC units, ductwork, structural supports, piping insulation, electrical hookups, and BAS controls - Certified testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) and final commissioning - As-built documentation, O&M manuals, and warranties - Notable Requirements: - Detailed project timeline with milestones and equipment lead times - Pricing must be broken out by design, site prep, equipment, infrastructure, and testing - All work must be completed by the specified contract end date - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to qualified providers.

Description

Southwestern Community College is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to furnish, deliver, construct, and install a comprehensive HVAC system upgrade and modernization for the Founders Building on the Jackson County campus. The procurement aims to identify engineering and mechanical solutions that meet safety, indoor air quality, and energy-efficiency performance requirements while allowing flexibility in technology, equipment design, and system delivery. The project involves designing and executing a full HVAC renovation or replacement to support the climate control and ventilation needs of building occupants.

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