RFQ - Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract

The City of Gary (Owner) issues this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to solicit responses from Indiana-qualified Energy Services Companies for the implementation of a guaranteed energy savings performance contract. Responders shall be able to provide comprehensive design-build construction, building management and energy services, including, but not limited to, the performance of investment grade energy audits, the program design by in-house professional engineers, selection of energy conservation measures, and installation of energy efficient systems, ongoing support and training services, assistance in securing financing for the transaction, and accountability for system performance, measurement and verification, and cost of operations savings. Responses should be technically creative regarding modernization, energy conservation, energy management, maintenance, training, and overall service. The City desires to implement the performance-based contract at facilities owned by the City and its related entities. All procurement, design, and installation activities must comply with IC 36-1-12.5. All RFQ responses are to be received no later than 4:00 PM on December 10, 2021. Proposals must be mailed or delivered in sealed packages clearly marked "Guaranteed Energy Savings Contract: City of Gary" to: City of Gary, Department of Public Works, 401 Broadway, 1st Floor, Gary, IN 46402. The specifications and requirements for this RFQ are available at the office of the Department of Public Works during regular working hours (address above). Please contact the Director of Public Works, Marianetta Barber with any questions. Responses must meet the minimum expectations as provided in the Owner's Request for Qualifications. Responses shall be evaluated based on project experience, insurance and bonding, technical approach to energy conservation, financial stability, and any other benefits the responder can provide to the energy services program. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.

Division 03 -	Concrete, Concrete Forming and Accessories, Cast-in-Place Concrete.
Division 04 -	Masonry, Unit Masonry.
Division 06 -	Wood, Plastics, and Composites, Rough Carpentry, Finish Carpentry, Millwork.
Division 07 -	Thermal and Moisture Protection, Dampproofing and Waterproofing, Thermal Protection, Weather Barriers.
Division 08 -	Openings, Doors and Frames, Entrances, Windows.
Division 09 -	Finishes, Plaster and Gypsum Board, Acoustical Ceilings, Flooring, Carpeting, Acoustic Treatment, Painting.
Division 12 -	Furnishings.
Division 21 -	Fire Suppression, Water-Based Fire-Suppression Systems, Fire-Extinguishing Systems.
Division 22 -	Plumbing, Instrumentation and Control for Plumbing, Plumbing Piping, Plumbing Equipment, Plumbing Fixtures, Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers.
Division 23 -	Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Instrumentation and Control for HVAC, HVAC Air Distribution, Central HVAC Equipment.
Division 26 -	Electrical, Power Distribution Units, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Emergency Lighting, Exit Signs, Exterior Lighting.
Division 27 -	Communications, Structured Cabling, Data Communications, Voice Communications.
Division 28 -	Electronic Safety and Security.
Division 31 -	Earthwork, Clearing and Grubbing, Grading, Soil Treatment.
Division 32 -	Exterior Improvements, Flexible Paving, Asphalt Paving, Rigid Paving, Concrete Paving, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, and Driveways, Paving Specialties, Parking Bumpers, Pavement Markings, Fences and Gates, Irrigation, Planting.
Division 33 -	Utilities.