Bowling Green State University Firelands Campus

Project number: BGU-279188
Bowling Green State University (BGSU) is requesting qualifications from interested firms to provide Engineering design services for the replacement of two existing rooftop multizone HVAC units at the Bowling Green State University Firelands Campus in Huron, Ohio. This project will include design and construction administration services to replace the North Building’s existing rooftop packaged multizone units that include RTU-2 that serves the student café areas and RTU-5 that serves McBride Auditorium. The existing units were installed in 1995 and replacement recommended to increase energy efficiency and decrease maintenance needs as part of the 2023 Firelands Campus MEP Study completed by the former MDA Engineering. The Rooftop units replacement shall include all changes required under current fire, electrical, and other applicable codes. Work shall include the complete demolition and removal of the existing units and ancillary equipment. The unit capacities shall remain unchanged, and the existing piping shall remain except for piping rework required for replacement. New VFD’s and pumps shall also be included.
Scope of Services: The selected A/E, as a portion of its required Scope of Services and prior to submitting its proposals, will discuss and clarify with the Owner and/or the Contracting Authority the cost breakdown of the A/E Agreement detailed cost components to address the Owner’s project requirements. Participate in the Encouraging Diversity, Growth & Equity (EDGE) Program as required by statute and the Agreement. As required by the Agreement, and as properly authorized, provide the following categories of services: Program Verification, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Document Preparation, Estimated Cost for the scope of work within the construction cost indicated in Section C of this document, Bid and Award Support, Conformed Documents, Construction Administration, Post-Construction, Close-out documentation per BGSU requirements, and Additional Services of all types. Refer to the Ohio Facilities Construction Manual for additional information about the type and extent of services required for each. A copy of the standard Agreement can be obtained at the OFCC website at https://ofcc.ohio.gov. During the construction period, provide not less than 2 hours (excluding travel time) on-site construction administration services each week, including (1) attendance at progress meetings, (2) a written field report of each site visit, (3) on-site representation comprised of the A/E and its consultant staff involved in the primary design of the project, all having relevant and appropriate types of construction administration experience. Additional Project Scope Information: Rooftop Selection: Conduct a thorough analysis to select the most suitable air handling unit based on capacity, refrigerant, energy efficiency, suitability to fit within the existing equipment locations i.e., length, width, and height, and compatibility with existing equipment. System Integration: Ensure proper integration of the air handling units with the existing automation control systems. Environmental Compliance: Ensure that the project complies with all environmental regulations, including refrigerant handling and disposal. For purposes of completing the Relevant Project Experience Matrix in Section F of the Statement of Qualifications (Form F110-330), below is a list of relevant scope of work requirements for this RFQ: 1. Experience in the design and application of rooftop HVAC unit multizone units. 2. Familiarity and successful past project experience regarding design and project management at BGSU. 3. Experience with General Contract delivery method through the State of Ohio OFCC Project Administration requirements.