REPLACE CHILLER & COOLING TOWER, BLDG 4225

This procurement, titled REPLACE CHILLER & COOLING TOWER, BLDG 4225, is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS Code 238220 for plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors, restricted exclusively to Mechanical MACC contractors listed on the RFP cover letter. The work involves comprehensive construction at Cherry Point, North Carolina, including demolition, concrete, structural steel, HVAC system replacement, electrical distribution, and exterior fencing, guided by CSI MasterFormat divisions and supported by detailed contract drawings and appendices covering civil demolition, structural plans, asbestos and lead testing results, and certifications. All proposals must be submitted via email to designated Navy points of contact by July 24, 2026, with the subject line containing the solicitation number and contractor name, and only the lowest priced offer will be selected without discussions. The contractor must comply with stringent requirements including Buy American provisions, prompt payment clauses, and cybersecurity protections under DFARS clauses for safeguarding defense information and prohibiting procurement of restricted telecommunications equipment or Russian fossil fuels. The contract mandates strict quality control procedures, requiring approval of a Contractor QC Plan prior to construction and certification of as-built drawings and compliance by a QC Manager with each invoice submission. All equipment must be delivered in original manufacturer packaging with nameplates containing manufacturer details, and hazardous waste must be stored and labeled in accordance with 40 CFR 262. Packaging and construction debris must be removed daily from the site, and paints must be furnished in 5-gallon or smaller sealed containers with full labeling including batch, formula, and safety information. Performance and payment bonds are required for proposals exceeding $150,000, with bid bonds needed for all submissions, and builder’s risk insurance must cover materials paid in advance. The contractor must maintain the entire system in operational condition for one year after final acceptance, deliver operation and maintenance manuals within 30 days of equipment delivery, and submit updated submittal registers monthly. Site safety compliance with USACE EM 385-1-1 and appointment of a Site Safety and Health Officer are mandatory, and all technical data, including final as-builts and training documentation, must be completed within specified AAO timelines. The contract enforces full adherence to DFARS and FAR clauses for contract administration, payment processing through WAWF, and cyber incident reporting.