BOE/BOW HVAC And Fan Replacement

Invitation for Bid No. 37737, issued by the North County Transit District (NCTD), solicits bids for the removal and installation of HVAC and fan systems at Bus Operations East and West facilities in Oceanside, California. The project is divided into a base scope and potential option bids, with the base scope requiring completion within 200 calendar days following the Notice to Proceed. Key technical requirements include the replacement of rooftop units, condensers, fan coils, and furnaces, as well as various exhaust fans. Contractors must provide a detailed CPM project schedule, daily field reports, and adhere to a warranty period of one year for labor and five years for compressors. The contract is subject to significant federal and state regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act for prevailing wages, Buy America and Build America Buy America certifications, and FTA Circular 4220.1G. Bidders must provide a bid bond at the time of submission, and the successful contractor will be required to furnish faithful performance, payment, and maintenance bonds. Additionally, personnel must complete specific safety training, including Roadway Worker Protection and Blue Signal Protection, to work near tracks. Award decisions are based on bid prices and the submission of required certifications, with a particular emphasis on Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goals. Payment is processed monthly within 30 days of invoice confirmation, and liquidated damages of 70.35 dollars per day apply for completions exceeding the schedule by more than 10 days.