Anaheim Convention Center Hall “A” Cooling Tower Replacement Project

The project involves the demolition and replacement of the Hall A cooling tower assembly at the Anaheim Convention Center, requiring the removal of one 750-ton water-cooled chiller and the installation of two new 750-ton cooling towers, one 130-ton cooling tower, four variable speed pumps with VFDs, separators, and all associated structural supports, piping, controls, and electrical systems. The work must be phasing with a temporary cooling tower to maintain continuous operations at the facility. Additional scope includes asbestos abatement, installation of new lighting, and full site restoration. All systems must comply with the California Building Code, Fire Code, Electric Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Title 24, SCAQMD regulations, and NFPA 70. Work must adhere to ASME B31.1 and B31.9 for piping, ASME Section IX for welding, UL 1479 and ASTM E814 for firestopping, ASTM E84 for surface burning, and NETA standards for electrical testing, with all components requiring manufacturer certification and proper labeling. Materials must be stored in original factory packaging and protected from environmental damage, with markings complying with ANSI A13.1 for piping, UL 969 for labels, FS L-P-387 for signs, and UL 94V-0 for plenum-rated cable ties. Color-coded ceiling tacks and lockout devices are specified for system identification and safety compliance. Bids must be submitted electronically via OpenGov by August 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with the original bid bond physically delivered to the City Clerk’s Office. Proposals require submission of a bid bond, non-collusion affidavit, subcontractor designations, O&M manuals, ASME certificates, and balance reports in PDF or Excel formats; electronic files must be searchable and unsecured. The contract follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) model, with award made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who meets all technical requirements, including qualifications, financial standing, and past performance. A $30,000 allowance is provided for unforeseen conditions, but the base contract value remains unspecified. Key personnel, including a City-approved superintendent, must be present for the full duration, and field crews must be reachable within 30 minutes during normal hours. Contractors must comply with 49 CFR Part 382 for drug and