Project Information

Bid Title

Buskirk-Chumley Theater HVAC Install Project

Issuing Agency

City of Bloomington

Location

Indiana

Published Date

May 6, 2026

Closing Date

May 29, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Project ID:

Title: Buskirk-Chumley Theater HVAC Install Project

Addenda: 0

Release Date: 5/6/2026

Due Date: 5/29/2026

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Buskirk-Chumley Theater HVAC Install Project

General Solicitation

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Release Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026

· Due Date: Friday, May 29, 2026 11:00am

Posted Wednesday, May 6, 2026 7:00am

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Draft Response Events RSVP No Bid22 days, 13 hours, 13 minutes

Post Information

Posted At:Wed, May 6, 2026 7:00 AM
Sealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)
Private Bid:No

Overview

Summary

General work description:

This project, titled ‘Buskirk-Chumley Theater HVAC Install,’ shall include, but is not limited to, the installation of a new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, along with associated electrical infrastructure upgrades, at the historic Buskirk-Chumley Theater, located in Bloomington, Indiana. The intent is to improve occupant comfort, enhance energy efficiency, and support modern operational needs while preserving the building’s historic integrity.

All work must follow the approved design plans, meet the City of Bloomington's requirements, and be completed within the project’s established timeline and budget. This project is subject to Build America, Buy America (BABA) procurement requirements. All equipment and applicable materials incorporated into the project, including items such as conduit, wire, steel, iron, and similar components, must be approved by the Indiana Office of Energy Development (IOED) for BABA compliance.

Background

All bidders must propose to install one of the chillers pre-approved for BABA compliance by IOED. See the BABA certifications approved by the IOED in Exhibit (add exhibit letter) for the chiller equipment. The model numbers for the IOED BABA-approved chillers are provided on the BABA certifications.

No additional equipment or applicable materials have been pre-approved for BABA compliance by IOED. Acceptable manufacturers and models shall be limited to equipment for which the bidder provides current manufacturer certification demonstrating compliance with the BABA for the exact equipment and materials being furnished. Such certification shall be on manufacturer letterhead and shall include, at a minimum, the project name, date of certification, manufacturer address, exact model numbers proposed, item or part naming convention or SKU as applicable, material classification under 2 CFR Part 184, an affirmative statement of BABA compliance, and signature of an authorized manufacturer representative.

The selected contractor shall submit all BABA certifications for applicable materials to the City within sixty (60) days of being awarded a contract. The City will submit the BABA certifications to the IOED for approval. No materials or equipment shall be installed until BABA certification approval is received from IOED.

Timeline

Release Project Date:

May 6, 2026

Pre-Bid/Proposal Meeting (Mandatory):

May 20, 2026, 10:00am

City Hall (McCloskey Room) 401 N. Morton St. Bloomington IN 47404

Question Submission Deadline:

May 22, 2026, 5:00pm

Question Response Deadline:

May 27, 2026, 12:00pm

Submission Deadline:

May 29, 2026, 11:00am

Contractor Selection Date:

June 18, 2026

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 238220Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors

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