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Adams County approves $1.7 million HVAC amendment for Riverdale Golf Course as part of multi‑site energy project
Summary
Adams County commissioners unanimously approved Amendment 1 to an energy performance contracting agreement with CMTA Inc., authorizing $1,696,877 to replace HVAC equipment at the Riverdale Golf Course Clubhouse. County staff said the broader program covers 34 projects across 14 buildings and is projected to cut energy use 22%, saving an estimated $478,000 annually.
Adams County commissioners voted to approve Amendment 1 to an energy performance contracting (EPC) agreement with CMTA Incorporated, authorizing $1,696,877 for HVAC equipment replacement at the Riverdale Golf Course Clubhouse.
Hayden Markowski, project manager with the county’s planning, design and construction team, told commissioners the EPC program will ultimately cover 34 projects across 14 county buildings, including two solar arrays, two geothermal systems and multiple HVAC and lighting upgrades. “By completing all these projects, the county is projected to receive a 22% reduction in energy usage resulting in a guaranteed annual savings of $478,000,” Markowski said.
The board’s discussion focused on procurement and the use of amendments. Commissioner O'Dorisio questioned whether the specific HVAC scope had been solicited competitively: “This bid did not go out for this particular piece of the contract for competition to see if someone else could do it differently, better, or cheaper. Correct?” Amir, responding on behalf of staff, said the original RFP selected an EPC contractor and that, under state requirements, the chosen contractor ‘‘shall bid out the actual bids of the individual work,’’ meaning the trade work will be competitively procured after CMTA’s selection.
County staff said the phased approach was intentional to allow precise scoping and budgeting for individual projects; they told commissioners they plan to return to the board for approval of phases 2 and 3 in 2026. Commissioner O'Dorisio said the board should seek clearer internal guidance on when to use which contracting approach before future amendments.
The motion to approve Amendment 1 carried 5–0. Staff said the amendment will reduce utility and long‑term maintenance costs at the Riverdale Golf Course Clubhouse and is one piece of a countywide effort to meet building performance goals.
The board received no public comment on the item during the meeting. The county’s next steps include final design, competitive bidding of the trade work under the EPC process, and subsequent board approvals for later phases.
