IFB J27219 Hoapili Hale Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems

Solicitation J27219 is an Invitation for Bids issued by the Department of Judiciary for the State of Hawaii to provide comprehensive maintenance, inspections, and diagnostics for the air conditioning and ventilation systems at Hoapili Hale, the Wailuku Judiciary Facility on Maui. The scope of work includes the maintenance of two helical liquid chillers and one air-cooled chiller, as well as chemical water treatment of the equipment. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The initial term of performance is twelve months, beginning January 1, 2027, with three additional twelve-month extension options available subject to funding. To qualify, offerors must possess a valid State of Hawaii Contractor-52 License and demonstrate at least five consecutive years of experience maintaining helical and scroll chillers. Staffing requirements are strict, requiring at least two full-time journeymen refrigeration/AC mechanics with five years of experience and two assistant refrigeration mechanics with three years of experience. All mechanics must hold a refrigeration universal certification and be certified in the use of self-contained breathing apparatus. Additionally, the contractor must maintain significant insurance coverage, including one million dollars per occurrence for commercial general liability and automobile insurance. All chemicals used must be State-approved, meet OSHA and EPA standards, and have been used satisfactorily in Hawaii for at least two years.