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Walk-in Cooler and Freezer
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Title:  

Walk-in Cooler and Freezer

Agency:  

Minnesota State

State:  

Minnesota

NAICS Code:  

238290

Industry:  

Construction

Solicitation Type:  

Invitation for Bid

Solicitation ID:  

SRC-MNSU-2026-000574-RFB

Open Date:  

4/3/2026

Questions Due Date:  

4/9/2026

Close Date:  

4/20/2026

Project Duration:  

2 months

Last Updated:  

Description:
Minnesota State University, Mankato seeks a qualified contractor to supply, deliver, and fully install a new walk‑in combination cooler/freezer in its on‑campus food pantry, replacing existing reach‑in units. The contractor must handle removal of old equipment, reuse or replace wall brackets, shim a sloped floor, relocate lighting and sprinkler heads, and complete all work—including refrigeration charging with R‑449a—by the end of June 2026. The specification calls for an AmeriKooler two‑compartment unit with detailed construction, insulation, door, lighting, and condensing‑unit requirements, plus a one‑year no‑leak guarantee on refrigerant lines. All work is to be performed under a sealed‑bid RFB process, with questions due April 9 and bids due April 20, 2026. • Supply and install a 7‑ft‑11″ × 29‑ft‑9″ × 9‑ft walk‑in cooler/freezer (freezer + cooler compartments) per detailed AmeriKooler specs. • Remove existing units, reuse or replace wall brackets, shim sloped floor, and relocate light fixtures and sprinkler heads. • Provide all labor, materials, refrigerant (R‑449a), testing, and a 1‑year no‑leak guarantee; electrical wiring and permits are excluded. • Complete delivery, installation, and testing no later than June 30, 2026; contract effective May 1, 2026 (or later after signatures).
Attached Files:

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Contact Information:

Jill Rollings(Contact)

jill.rollings@mnsu.edu

(507) 389-5016

Budget Estimate (AI):

$150,000 – $300,000

The project involves a high‑capacity commercial walk‑in cooler/freezer, two DOE‑compliant condensing units, associated controls, lighting, and full installation labor. Based on typical market pricing, the equipment alone (AmeriKooler unit, condensing units, accessories) can range from $80,000‑$130,000. Installation, testing, refrigerant charging, and the one‑year no‑leak guarantee typically add another $50,000‑$120,000 depending on labor rates, site conditions (sloped floor, bracket reuse, electrical coordination), and contingency. Therefore a realistic total contract value falls between roughly $150,000 and $300,000. Factors influencing the final amount include final equipment selection (brand vs. equivalent), site‑specific challenges (floor shim, bracket removal), and any additional optional accessories the bidder proposes.

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