IFB M-26-004 Replace Vent Building UPS

Solicitation M-26-004, issued by the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel District in Virginia, is for the installation of four new 40kVa Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units across four ventilation buildings in Cape Charles. The scope of work includes minor building renovations, demolition, the installation of new transformers, ductless split system heat pumps, lighting, ceilings, and all necessary cabling and conduit to integrate the new equipment with existing systems. All electrical work must comply with NEC Article 110-12 and ANSI/NECA 1-2023 standards, and the UPS systems must undergo rigorous factory testing before shipment. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bids are due by October 30, 2026, and must be submitted either via the eVA portal or as a sealed envelope delivered to the Director of Maintenance in Cape Charles. Key requirements for bidders include providing a contractor's license and asbestos certification, as well as a bid bond of 5 percent for proposals exceeding 350,000 dollars. Performance and payment bonds on Standard AIA forms from a surety with a minimum B+ rating are required. The contractor is also responsible for providing factory-authorized training for the owner's maintenance personnel and submitting construction record drawings upon completion.