Opportunity
City of Sebastian MyVendorLink #ITB 2026-0810
Airport Central Energy Plant and MEP/HVAC Replacement Construction Opportunity
Posted
August 12, 2026
Respond By
September 17, 2026
Identifier
ITB 2026-0810
NAICS
236220, 238220, 238210, 238290
Melbourne Orlando International Airport is seeking bids for a major infrastructure upgrade to its original terminal. - Government Buyer: - Melbourne Airport Authority (MAA) at Melbourne Orlando International Airport - Project Scope: - Construction of a new Central Energy Plant (CEP) - Replacement of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and HVAC systems in the original terminal - Installation of new water-cooled chillers and rooftop cooling towers - Installation of a new main electrical distribution panel for the CEP and terminal - Integration of a pre-purchased generator - Requirements: - Contractor must maintain airport operations throughout construction - Coordination with other contractors and traffic management is required - Mandatory pre-bid conference and 5% bid bond - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs are named in the solicitation - Notable Details: - Lump sum contract - Multiple vendors and engineering firms listed as planholders - Emphasis on operational continuity during construction
Description
The Melbourne Airport Authority (MAA) is seeking to replace the MEP and HVAC systems within the original terminal constructed in 1989. The project involves replacing the Central Energy Plant (CEP) with an enclosed structure housing new water-cooled chillers and cooling towers on the roof. It includes creating a new main distribution panel for electrical systems serving the CEP and the existing terminal, installing a pre-purchased generator, and other related work. The contractor will be responsible for traffic maintenance, coordination with other contractors, and supporting airport operations during construction, which will occur while the airport remains operational. This is a Lump Sum Contract.