Air Conditioning Upgrades To Improve Indoor Air Quality At Bacon Academy

This contract involves comprehensive HVAC upgrades at Bacon Academy, managed by the Colchester Board of Education in Connecticut. The scope includes the replacement of seven existing condensing units with new direct expansion (DX) coils, as well as retrofitting seven DX coils into existing air handling units (AHUs). Additionally, the project entails the removal and replacement of a specific rooftop unit designated as RTU F1. The primary goal is to enhance indoor air quality through these upgrades, which are expected to improve the efficiency and performance of the building’s HVAC system. The solicitation was issued on May 24, 2025, with a response deadline of June 7, 2025. The contract size is estimated to be between $500,000 and $1,000,000, indicating a significant investment in upgrading the school’s climate control infrastructure. The project emphasizes performance delivery at the destination, with no specified line items, suggesting a comprehensive scope of work rather than modular components. The primary point of contact is Andrew Barillari, reachable via email and phone, and interested vendors can access further details through the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services’ portal. Overall, this contract aims to modernize and improve the HVAC system at Bacon Academy, ensuring better indoor air quality and system reliability.