Contracting Officer, RLR VA Medical Center, 1481 West 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Z -- EXPAND COOLING TOWER/RETROFIT SOL 583-81-98 DUE 092498 POC Billy J. Cooper, Contracting Officer, 317/554-0047 Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, materials necessary to complete the project as per drawings, plans and specifications. Work includes (1) the addition of 2 cooling tower cells to the existing plant operations. (2) The replacement/changeout of existing cooling tower fill to energy efficient system with Drift eliminators for 3 existing cells and the 2 new cooling tower cells. (3) Comprehensive cleaning of all tubes, mechanical piping systems, replacement of seals, top-off of fluids, eddy current testing and thorough certification that the existing 4 YORK chillers meet new certification standards. (4) Replacement of impellers on pumps installations of butterfly valves, check valves and certain other design items. (5) Addition of multiple points to existing Metasys system strategically placed in the chilled water systems to monitor and trend data for the sequencing operation of the central plant. (6) Addition of water filters and constructing a facility to support soft water treatment of the central plant. (7) Electrical necessary to connect new pumping/tower fans. (8) Installation of curtain wall system. (9) Complete all work within specified time frames and in accordance with phasing schedules to maintain operation sufficient to match with season demands and ensure complete tested and baanced system by completion date. Liquidated Damages will be accessed. SIC Code 1711 applies. The cost range is estimated at $500,000 -- $1,000,000. Completion time is 150 calendar days after Notice to Proceed. This solicitation is issued pursuant to the Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program. Bid documents will be available O/A 8/24/98. Bid opening date O/A 9/24/98. A non-refundable fee of $25.00 is required for each bid package set requested. Only the following will be accepted: certified check, money order, or cashier's check made payable to VA Medical Center and listing the solicitation number. Checks shall be sent directly to Chief A&MMS (90C), RLR VA Medical Center, 1481 West Tenth Street, Indianapolis IN 46202. Award is subject to availability of funds. All responsible sources may submit a bid which shall be considered by this agency. Posted 07/30/98 (W-SN230842). (0211)

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