Nanaimo Regional General Hospital Chiller Optimization - General Contractor

The Nanaimo Regional General Hospital Chiller Optimization Project, managed by the Vancouver Island Health Authority, involves the reconfiguration of heating, cooling, and energy recovery systems at the facility located at 1200 Dufferin Crescent, Nanaimo, BC. The primary objective is the implementation of a Thermal Gradient Header system, which includes the installation of two new heat recovery chillers, new pumps, and revised hydronic piping. To support these mechanical upgrades, the project requires electrical infrastructure improvements, specifically the installation of new Normal and Delayed Vital panels, as well as necessary structural and architectural remediation. The contract is based on a CCDC 2 (2020) Stipulated Price agreement with a scheduled commencement date of October 5, 2026, and a completion deadline of May 2028. The successful general contractor will be designated as the prime contractor under the British Columbia Workers Compensation Act and must adhere to strict infection control measures per CSA Z317.13. Key requirements for the award include a 10 percent bid bond, five million dollars in commercial general liability insurance, and a criminal record check verification. Evaluation is based on the best overall value, considering the stipulated bid price, project experience, and the submitted construction schedule.