The County of Boone is soliciting bids for the complete removal, disposal, and replacement of the existing furnace and condenser unit at its office building located at 107 N. 7th Street, Columbia, MO. The scope includes demolition of the old equipment, installation of a new furnace and condenser system, all necessary mechanical, electrical, and plumbing connections, testing, and commissioning in accordance with project specifications and applicable codes. A mandatory pre‑bid conference and site visit are required, and bids must be submitted by October 27, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder who can commence work promptly and complete the project before December 31, 2026.
• Mandatory pre‑bid conference and site visit on Oct 14, 2026 (attendance required).
• Scope: dismantle and dispose of existing furnace/condenser, install new furnace and condenser, complete mechanical, electrical, and plumbing integration, and perform testing.
• Bid submission deadline: Oct 27, 2026 11:30 a.m. CT; bids must be sealed and may be submitted electronically via IonWave.
• Performance and labor‑and‑material payment bonds required for contracts > $50,000; bid bond of 5 % of base bid required.
• Liquidated damages of $500 per working day for late completion; project to be finished by Dec 31, 2026.
• Prevailing wage applies only if contract exceeds $75,000.
• County requires compliance with E‑Verify, OSHA, and minority‑business‑enterprise participation.
• Contact for questions: Melinda Bobbitt (Purchasing Director).