Buskirk-Chumley Theater HVAC Install Project

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.

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.