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How to bid on CEP Cooling Tower Replacement for Albany State University
What Albany State University is buying
Albany State University is looking for a construction firm to replace the cooling tower at their East Campus Central Energy Plant in Albany, Georgia. This project involves removing the existing wood-framed cooling tower and pumps, installing new factory-fabricated steel cooling towers, and modifying the concrete basin to fit the new equipment.
The scope also includes installing new vertical turbine tower pumps, new VFDs for the cooling towers, and upgrading the existing building automation system. Electrical work to support the mechanical system removal and installation, along with testing and balancing the completed condenser water system, are also part of the project.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on July 15, 2026. Responses are due by August 07, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. This is the deadline for Stage I: Request for Qualifications.
After the Stage I deadline, Albany State University will evaluate submissions and select several qualified firms. These finalists will then be invited to proceed to Stage II, which will involve a Request for Proposals, a mandatory pre-proposal site visit, and interviews.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for Construction Manager at Risk firms with experience in large-scale mechanical system replacements, particularly cooling towers and associated plant infrastructure. Firms should have expertise in managing projects that involve significant demolition, new equipment installation, and integration with existing building automation systems.
The project is categorized under construction, making it relevant for firms specializing in industrial or institutional mechanical and electrical construction projects.
How to respond
To access the full bid documents and submit your response, you need to go to the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). The posting is public, and you do not need an account to view the documents.
Some Georgia events route documents and responses to an external “Event Link” such as Team Georgia Marketplace. Otherwise, you will submit your response directly through the GPR posting as directed, ensuring it is submitted before the August 07, 2026, 5:00 PM ET deadline.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
For Stage I, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's qualifications and relevant experience. Highlight past projects that involved similar scope, such as cooling tower replacements, central energy plant upgrades, or complex mechanical system integrations. Emphasize your team's expertise in managing projects for educational institutions or large facilities.
Pay close attention to all instructions for submitting your qualifications. Ensure all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted on time. A well-organized and concise submission that directly addresses the agency's needs will make a strong first impression.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Albany State University; the original posting controls.