Building Automation System (BAS) Replacement in Bldg. 1, 2, 10 at Minnesota Veterans Home (MVH) Minneapolis

The contract involves a comprehensive building automation system (BAS) replacement project at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis, covering Buildings 1, 2, and 10. The work will be executed under a single prime contract encompassing general, mechanical, demolition, and electrical construction. The primary scope includes replacing the existing pneumatic automation system with a new standalone direct digital control (DDC) system, along with upgrading select hydronic pumps, pneumatic damper actuators, and hydronic control valves. An alternate scope extends the project to include all work in Building 10. The project aims to modernize and improve the efficiency of the building’s automation infrastructure, with detailed plans and specifications prepared by Ericksen Ellison and Associates Inc. The solicitation was posted by the Minnesota Department of Administration, with a response deadline set for October 24, 2024. The contract size is estimated to be between one and five million dollars, and the project is designated under NAICS code 238910, which pertains to building automation and controls. The primary point of contact for the project is Craig Fernholz, Acquisition Management Specialist, reachable via email or phone. The project emphasizes a coordinated effort to upgrade the HVAC and automation systems across multiple buildings to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.