University of Maryland, College Park NextGen Energy Program

University of Maryland, College Park NextGen Energy Program

Kiewit Power Constructors Co. is preparing to respond to the Request for Proposals issued by the University of Maryland Department of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing to provide Design-Build Services to deliver the NextGen Energy Program.

Program Overview

The NextGen Energy Program (NextGen) was designed to replace, renew, and modernize the University of Maryland, College Park’s aging energy system to provide a reliable and resilient energy system that will support the College Park Campus ongoing energy needs.  Improvements to the energy system will include:

• Updating the distribution system to make heating/cooling campus buildings more efficient
• Implementing measures to increase efficiency and resiliency
• Making modifications to incorporate new renewable energy sources and technology

NextGen Capital Improvements will be completed in two phases:

Phase 1 of the program will focus on modernizing the aging energy infrastructure and includes development of a strategy to achieve Decarbonization by 2035 (Phase 2). Key components of Phase 1 will include work at:

CENTRAL ENERGY PLANT

• Demolition and replacement of the Combustion Turbines, Heat Recovery Steam Generators, Auxiliary Boilers, and support equipment
• Demolition and replacement of Electrical Switch Gear
• Remodeling of Control Rooms, Office Space, Locker Rooms, and Restrooms. Bringing the exterior of the building into a state of good repair
• Installation of a State-of-the-Art Control System

STEAM DISTRIBUTION PIPING:

• Removal and replacement of Direct Buried Steam and Condensate Piping (including Manhole repairs and replacement

DISTRIBUTED THERMAL PLANT – 4:

• Demolition and replacement of all Chilled Water Units and Auxiliary Equipment within each University of Maryland building connected to the DTP-4 system including Cooling Towers, Pumps and electrical equipment

Innovation Zone Hot Water System
For more information about the NextGen Energy Program, visit: https://nextgen.umd.edu/

BUSINESS INCLUSION

Kiewit is committed to meeting the 30% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) goal and subgoals set forth by the University of Maryland for the NextGen Program. MBE subgoals include:

• African American-Owned Businesses – 8%
• Women-Owned Businesses – 11%

To count towards the participation goals, MBE businesses must be certified by the Maryland Department of Transportation.

For additional information on Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification, visit: https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=90

KIEWIT IS CURRENTLY SOLICITING BIDS FROM FIRMS INTERESTED IN SUBCONTRACT/SUPPLY OPPORTUNITIES ON THE PROJECT

Multiple bid packages will be released throughout October with final packages tentatively scheduled for release October 17th. Bid responses are due to KPC 10 business days after solicitation notice issue. Please refer to specific bid due dates for each package you receive. We encourage interested firms to complete the following:

1. Complete our Subcontractor Questionnaire to help is understand your capabilities and bidding interest for this project.

• Please indicate the scope(s) of work you are interested in bidding

2. After completing the Subcontractor Questionnaire indicating your scope interest, you will be required to complete and return a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to the KPC estimating team
3. After returning signed NDA to the KPC estimating team, you will receive bid package documents for the scope(s) of work you are interested in as they become available.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD NDA
To request an NDA via email from the KPC estimating team contact: [email protected]

Email signed NDA to: [email protected]

Anticipated subcontractor and material supply opportunities include (but not limited to):

We also encourage participation by local, small, and diverse companies seeking to provide ancillary services, such as catering, printing, and office supplies.

*Subcontract opportunities are contingent upon contract award to Maryland Energy Impact Partners LLC (MEIP).

JOIN OUR DATABASE!

To help us understand your capabilities and bidding interests and ensure that you are notified about upcoming project opportunities, complete the following:

Complete our Subcontractor Questionnaire

• Please indicate the scope(s) of work you are interested in bidding.

Once your company information has been received through the Subcontractor Questionnaire, you will be added to our project mailing list.

RESOURCES

Kiewit is committed to providing resources, information, and support to local, small, and diverse businesses seeking opportunities to participate on the Project.

ORGANIZATIONS / RESOURCES FOR SMALL, LOCAL AND DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES

FEDERAL

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)
U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
U.S. Department of Transportation

LOCAL/REGIONAL BUSINESS ORGANIZATIONS

Asian American Chamber of Commerce
Associated Builders and Constructors (ABC) Baltimore
Associated Builders and Constructors (ABC) Virginia
Associated Builders and Constructors (ABC) Metro Washington
Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council (CRMSDC)
Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) DC Chapter
Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) Maryland
Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) Virginia – Hampton Roads
DC Building Industry Association (DCBIA)
DC Chamber of Commerce
DC Department of Small and Local Business Development
DC Procurement and Technical Assistance Center (DCPTAC)
DC Women’s Business Center
Governor’s Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs
Maryland Black Caucus Foundation
Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce
Maryland Department of Transportation
Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Md. Washington Minority Contractors Association (MWMCA)
Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Business Center – MD
Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Business Center – VA
National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) DC Metro
National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) DMV
National Association of Women Business Owners Greater DC (NAWBO)
Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber (NOVA)
Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation
Prince George’s County Minority Business Development Division
Prince George’s County Chamber of Commerce
SCORE Washington DC
Small Business Transportation Resource Center (SBTRC) Mid-Atlantic Region
Small Business Transportation Resource Center (SBTRC) South Atlantic (DC Metro)
The Maryland Procurement Technical Assistance Center (MD PTAC)
U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) – MD District Office
Virginia Hispanic Chamber
Women in Transportation Seminar (WTS) DC

Kiewit is committed to meeting or exceeding stated project participation requirements. We will maximize opportunities for local small and diverse firms through: dividing work into economically feasible packages to ensure equitable and meaningful participation; providing timely notification of opportunities through various outreach methods; and partnering with industry and community assist agencies to provide support and resources to firms seeking assistance.

Kiewit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.