Cogeneration Plant New Electric Chiller

Solicitation 943904.01 is for the installation of a new high-efficiency electric centrifugal chiller at the University of California, Los Angeles Cogeneration Plant. The project scope includes the installation of the chiller, an associated pumping system, a new multi-cell cooling tower, and necessary electrical infrastructure. Key objectives are to restore system reliability, maintain critical redundancy, and support campus expansion while transitioning to electrified heating and cooling to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The work involves integration with the plant's distributed control system and the existing primary secondary chilled water system, followed by full commissioning. The estimated construction cost is 29,175,806.00 dollars. Eligibility to bid is contingent upon a strict prequalification process. Entities must have operated under the same company name and license since 2020, demonstrate the ability to obtain bonding for 29,175,806.00 dollars, and provide evidence of a project costing at least 15,000,000 dollars that included preconstruction services. Required documentation includes a Prequalification Questionnaire, a signed declaration under penalty of perjury, and a resume and experience form for a Mechanical Coordinator with ten years of specific facility experience. The University requires adherence to the UC Fair Wage of 15 dollars per hour, prevailing wage laws, and a commitment to maximize the participation of Small Business Enterprises and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises. Prequalification documents must be submitted electronically via the UCLA Planroom website by 2:00 PM on November 5, 2026.