# Nevada Ionwave #27-0933

Turnkey replacement of two air-cooled chillers and related central plant infrastructure at CSN West Charleston Building E

**Posted:** October 07, 2026
**Respond By:** November 17, 2026
**Identifier:** 27-0933
**NAICS:** 238220, 238290, 238210

The Nevada System of Higher Education is seeking a turnkey replacement of the central plant chillers and related infrastructure at the College of Southern Nevada’s West Charleston Building E.
- **Government buyer:** Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE), on behalf of the College of Southern Nevada (CSN); Facilities Management Department. The contract documents also identify the Board of Regents of NSHE and CSN Purchasing Department.
- **Requested equipment:** Two new air-cooled chillers made by **Smardt**, or approved equal. No part numbers are provided.
- **Turnkey construction work:** Remove existing chillers and cooling towers, install the replacement chillers, and provide associated piping and infrastructure, labor, materials, equipment, permits, coordination, inspections, and closeout.
- **Project requirements:** Work must accommodate ongoing campus operations, comply with applicable codes and licensing requirements, and include project scheduling, weekly progress updates, site safety, and cleanup. Prevailing-wage requirements apply; liquidated damages are $500 per day for late completion.
- **Estimated project cost:** $900,000.
- **Named OEM/vendor:** **Smardt** is the only commercial manufacturer or vendor named. The solicitation permits an approved equal.
- **Schedule-of-values categories listed in an attachment:** Bonds and Insurance; General Conditions; Submittals; Punchlist/TAB; Close Out Documents; Demolition; Concrete; Masonry; Structural Steel; Metal Stud Framing; Metal Fabrications; Architectural Woodwork; Waterproofing; Insulation; Sheet Metal Flashing; Fireproofing; Doors and Frames; Access Panels and Doors; Hardware; Drywall; Floor and Wall Tiles; Resilient Flooring; Carpet; Acoustical Ceiling; Paint and Coating Finish; Signage; Toilet Partitions; Toilet Accessories; Fire Suppression; Plumbing; HVAC and Controls; Electrical; Low Voltage/Communications; Fire Alarm; and additional items referenced in the document.

### Description

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN), Facilities Management Department, is seeking bids for a turnkey construction project at West Charleston Building E. Work includes removing existing cooling towers and chillers and installing two new air-cooled Smardt chillers, or approved equal, with associated piping and infrastructure. The selected contractor is responsible for project completion; the anticipated construction start is October 1, 2027, with completion within 120 days. The solicitation lists an estimated project cost of $900,000 and requires a mandatory site walk.

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