Cole County moves toward design‑build RFP for jail HVAC, opts to prioritize three 'pod' units

Dec 10, 2025

After lengthy debate over logistics, warranty timing and missing maintenance records, the commission agreed to pursue a design‑build RFP with a base bid for replacing pod units 3, 4 and 5 and alternates for additional units; commissioners also will require a mandatory pre‑bid meeting to clarify crane and warranty issues.

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Cole County commissioners directed staff Dec. 9 to pursue a design‑build request for proposals to address aging rooftop HVAC units at the county jail, with a base bid focused on pod units and alternates for additional replacements.

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