Studios Energy South Chiller Expansion

The Studios Energy South Chiller Expansion project at 397 Cypress Drive in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, entails a comprehensive upgrade to the existing chiller plant, involving the installation of new mechanical, electrical, and infrastructure systems. The scope includes one owner-furnished chiller, two chilled water pumps, and two condenser water pumps, each with all associated piping, controls, and appurtenances. A new concrete cooling tower basin and separate pump pit are to be constructed, with field erection of the cooling tower performed by the manufacturer TEI, requiring close coordination by the contractor. A 24-inch underground equalizer pipe will link the new basin to the existing one, and the basin must be waterproofed. Additional systems include a separate alarmed fire protection branch connected to the existing dry valve system, new make-up water and overflow drain lines, lighting, and lightning protection for the new cooling tower and pump area. Site work encompasses the removal and relocation of an existing yard drain, demolition and rebuilding of sidewalks along the east and south perimeter, and adjustment of the fenceline to accommodate the expansion. All work must be executed at the designated site, with electrical systems fully supporting the new equipment. The solicitation, identified as ITB # C007094, was issued by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District on May 27, 2026, with bids due by June 26, 2026. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the PlanetBids platform, and vendors are required to register on that system to access documents and submit bids. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 10, 2026, at the Bolt Conference Room in Lake Buena Vista, and attendance requires RSVP via PlanetBids. The project falls under NAICS code 40151500 and is open to local vendors, veteran-owned small businesses, and opportunity zone businesses, which may receive bid preferences. No contract value is disclosed, and while the scope of work is detailed, specific evaluation factors, award criteria, inspection procedures, packaging requirements, or special contract clauses are not included in the available documentation. All work must comply with the performance requirements outlined in the solicitation, and the contractor is solely responsible for managing coordination with TEI for the cooling tower installation and ensuring integration with existing systems.