J -- Maintenance and Service 2 500 Ton Chiller, Bldg. M-51 Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia

The contract involves the comprehensive inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and component replacement for two 500-ton Trane chillers located at Building M-51, Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. It requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, supervision, tools, materials, equipment, incidental engineering, and management support to ensure proper operation and upkeep of the chillers. The contract is structured as a firm fixed price and indefinite quantity agreement with an initial duration of 12 months, with the government retaining the option to extend services for up to four additional 12-month periods, making the total potential contract length up to 60 months. This solicitation is designated as a 100% small business set-aside and falls under the Standard Industrial Classification code 811310 with a typical contract size of $5 million. The invitation for bid (IFB) will be posted on the NAVFACENGCOM Electronic Solicitations website around mid-March 2003, with the bid opening occurring at least 30 days after posting. The Department of Defense’s Navfacsyscom Mid-Atlantic office, based in Norfolk, VA, is responsible for this solicitation. This contract plays a critical role in maintaining vital HVAC infrastructure at the naval installation.