Harkness Memorial Support Complex HVAC and Electrical System Upgrade

The contract seeks bids for a project at Harkness Memorial State Park in Waterford, Connecticut, focused on upgrading the heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems within the Support Complex Building, a structure listed on the national register of historic places. Originally intended to be part of a larger geothermal renovation, the project was halted before completion, and now the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) aims to finalize the design and produce construction documents to facilitate a competitive bidding process. The scope includes completing the design work, preparing detailed construction documents, and providing bidding assistance to ensure the project can be executed effectively. The project is estimated to be valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000, emphasizing its significance within the department’s infrastructure upgrade initiatives. The solicitation, identified as DEEP110325CM, was issued on November 3, 2025, with a deadline for responses set for November 20, 2025. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for November 6, 2025, to clarify project details and answer potential bidders’ questions. Interested vendors are required to submit a signed agency contract form along with their bids. The project’s primary point of contact is Connor Campbell from the Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection, who can be reached via email or phone. The project aims to ensure the HVAC and electrical systems meet current standards while respecting the historic significance of the site, ultimately enabling the department to proceed with a comprehensive renovation through a competitive procurement process.