Consolidated Food Service Exhaust Fan Replacements

Solicitation 326018, issued by the Dane County Department of Public Works Engineering, is a lump sum public works construction contract for the replacement of six roof-mounted exhaust fans at the Consolidated Food Service facility in Verona, Wisconsin. The project involves comprehensive HVAC and electrical work, including the installation of new fans and corresponding variable frequency drives with integral disconnects. An optional alternate bid is available for the cleaning of existing exhaust ductwork and kitchen hoods. Performance is expected to begin around February 1, 2027, with substantial completion required by May 31, 2027. Because the facility remains operational during construction, the contractor must carefully coordinate all shutdowns, access, staging, and sequencing to minimize disruptions to food service operations. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder offering the lowest dollar amount for the base bid and any accepted alternates. Bidders must be pre-qualified as Best Value Contractors and demonstrate experience completing at least one similar project of at least fifty percent of the size or value of the work. A ten percent Emerging Small Business participation goal is established, and failure to demonstrate a good faith effort or submit the required ESB report within ten business days of the bid deadline will result in disqualification or being deemed unresponsive. Bids are due by December 9, 2026, and must include a bid guarantee of five percent of the total price. Payment is processed monthly via AIA forms with a five percent retainage held until final completion.