Chiller Preventive Maintenance, Emergency Repair, and On-Call Services

The University System of New Hampshire (USNH) on behalf of the University of New Hampshire (UNH) is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive chiller services—including preventive maintenance, emergency repair, and on‑call support—for its campus chiller fleet. The contract covers a three‑year base period (July 1 2026 – June 30 2029) with the possibility of two additional two‑year extensions. Vendors must demonstrate EPA 608 Universal certification, local presence within 100 mi of Durham, NH, and the ability to service absorption, air‑cooled, and water‑cooled chillers. • Scope: Preventive maintenance, emergency repair, and 24/7 on‑call service for ~27 chillers (absorption, air‑cooled, liquid‑cooled) across ~15 campus buildings. • Technical requirements: EPA 608 Universal‑certified technicians, factory‑level expertise for Carrier and York absorption units, fully‑loaded labor rates, parts markup, and strict reporting timelines. • Contract terms: 3‑year base term (2026‑2029) with up to two optional 2‑year renewals; mandatory insurance (general liability $1 M per occurrence, professional liability $1 M, etc.); compliance with USNH data‑security addendum and purchasing policies. • Evaluation criteria: price stability, technical approach, qualifications (especially absorption‑chiller expertise), past performance, and references. • Submission: Single PDF proposal due 6/15/2026 1:00 PM EDT; questions due 6/9/2026 1:00 PM EDT; contact Hilary Neal for inquiries.