Renovation of a municipal facility in Hartford, Vermont. Completed plans call for the renovation of a municipal facility.

The Town of Hartford, Vermont is seeking an engineer to assess the current VRF heat pump system at the Hartford Town Hall, make recommendations for next steps, provide guidance during the update or replacement period, and commission any new system installation. Questions about the project should be directed to Dana Clawson at: Telephone: 802-295-9353 ext. 223 E-mail: dclawson@hartford-vt.org Question Deadline 05/15/2026 at 12:00 PM ET PURPOSE AND SCOPE The Town is seeking a professional consultant to provide an assessment of the system and provide guidance in overhauling or replacing the system. • Conduct a site visit to review existing conditions. • Evaluate system alternatives to allow for removal of existing VRV heat pump system, (minimum of two options). • Prepare a description of each option, include a estimated construction cost range for implementation of each option as well as pros and cons for each system. This should include life cycle cost analysis for each system Contact Efficiency Vermont and GMP to determine if any incentives for the new systems would be available. • Evaluate the controls for each system and provide options for improvements to control systems to allow for remote system monitoring and control. • Identify potential impacts to Town Hall staff and operations during the removal and installation of systems. • Implementation and Funding Strategy: Identify priority projects, phasing, and estimated costs. Develop performance measures and implementation timelines. If it is determined that replacing the system is the prudent next step the consultant will: • Assist with developing an RFP to solicit appropriate bids. • Assist with vendor selection. • Ensure that the vendor utilizes best practices while designing and installing any new equipment. • Commission any new system install.