This is a sealed bid proposal for air conditioning, cooling systems, refrigeration, repairs, maintenance, installation, and purchase of new or used units. The bid is governed by New York State Finance Law sections 139j and 139k. All communications must be in writing to the designated buyer. Sealed bids must be returned to the Nassau University Medical Center's Purchasing Department by 2:00 PM on April 16, 2026. Bids must be FOB destination and include delivery within doors. A mandatory bidders conference and walkthrough is scheduled for April 7, 2026. Bidders must submit material safety data sheets for any materials containing toxic substances. The contract period is one year, with options to extend up to four additional years. Firm prices are required for the first year. The award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder.
Sealed bids must be returned to the Nassau University Medical Center's Purchasing Department by 2:00 PM on April 16, 2026. Any bid received after 2:00 PM will not be accepted.
The bid notice states that if no discount is shown, payment terms will be net 90 days. It also mentions cash discounts of a certain percentage will be allowed for prompt payment within 30, 60, or 90 days, but the specific percentages are not filled in.
The successful bidder warrants the equipment furnished and all associated equipment against any defects in design, workmanship and materials against failure to operate satisfactorily for one 1 year from the date of acceptance by the using department and/or agency of the equipment, other than defects or failure shown by the contractor that have arisen solely from accident or abuse occurring after delivery to the NHCC agency. Contractor agrees to replace any parts, which in the opinion of the user, shall fail from the above reasons.
Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder. Cash discounts will not be a factor in determining awards, except in tie bids. Consideration will be given to the reliability of the bidder, the qualities of the materials, equipment or supplies to be furnished, their conformity with the specifications, the purpose for which required and the terms of delivery.
The bidder must be prepared, if requested by the director of purchasing, to present evidence of experience, ability and financial standing, as well as a statement as to plant, machinery and capacity for the production and distribution of the material on which he is bidding.
The procurement requirements establish sanctions for knowing and willful violations of the provisions of the procurement requirements, including disqualification from eligibility for an award of any contract pursuant to this solicitation.
A mandatory bidders conference and walkthrough is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM in the DCD Bldg, Ground Floor Purchasing Conference Room at Nassau University Medical Center, followed by a visit to A Holly Patterson ECF. All bidders must attend both locations to be eligible to bid.
Samples, when required, must be submitted strictly in accordance with instructions, otherwise the bid may not be considered. If samples are requested subsequent to bid opening, they shall be delivered within five 5 business days of the request for bid to have consideration.
Objections to the terms of this sealed bid, once released in final form, or to the conduct of receipt, evaluation, or award of sealed bid must be presented in writing within ten calendar days of the release of this solicitation, or the date the objector knows or should have known the basis for its objection.