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HVAC System Replacement — Building A

425 Maple Street, Springfield, IL 62701

Generated: 9/29/2026

Bids received: 3

Category

Renovation / HVAC

Budget Range

$28,000 – $45,000

Bid Deadline

2026-03-20

Project Deadline

2026-05-01

Full replacement of the central HVAC units on floors 3–6 including ductwork inspection and thermostat upgrades.

Bid Breakdown

1

Arctic Air Systems

Recommended

$31,500

Total Bid

18 days

Timeline

24 months

Warranty

Included

Materials

Scope of Work

Full replacement of 4 rooftop HVAC units (Carrier 5-ton), new ductwork on floors 4–6, digital thermostat installation, and full system commissioning.

Vendor Notes

Work to be performed on weekdays 7am–5pm. Minimal tenant disruption guaranteed.

2

PrimeCool HVAC

Lowest Price

$27,800

Total Bid

25 days

Timeline

12 months

Warranty

Included

Materials

Scope of Work

Replace 4 HVAC units with Trane equivalents. Ductwork inspection included, repairs billed separately if needed. Thermostat upgrades included.

Vendor Notes

Price is contingent on ductwork condition. Additional costs may apply if significant repairs are needed.

3

Summit Mechanical Group

Fastest
Best Warranty

$38,900

Total Bid

14 days

Timeline

36 months

Warranty

Included

Materials

Scope of Work

Premium Lennox HVAC units (4), full ductwork replacement on all affected floors, smart thermostat system with app control, 3-year full parts & labor warranty.

Vendor Notes

Includes annual maintenance visit for 3 years. All permits and inspections handled by our team.

AI Analysis

Based on the three submitted bids, here is a summary analysis: RECOMMENDED: Arctic Air Systems presents the best overall value — competitive mid-range pricing at $31,500 with a solid 24-month warranty, fast 18-day timeline, and a reputable Carrier equipment choice. BUDGET OPTION: PrimeCool HVAC offers the lowest price ($27,800), but the shorter 12-month warranty and potential ductwork surcharges create financial risk. Timeline is the longest at 25 days. PREMIUM OPTION: Summit Mechanical Group is the highest bid ($38,900) but offers the strongest long-term value — 36-month warranty, fastest completion at 14 days, smart thermostats, and 3 years of maintenance included. KEY CONSIDERATIONS: • Budget range is $28,000–$45,000. All bids fall within range. • If minimizing disruption is a priority, Arctic Air's commitment to tenant communication is a plus. • If long-term maintenance savings matter, Summit's 3-year service package may offset the higher upfront cost.

Manager's Recommendation

I recommend proceeding with Arctic Air Systems based on their track record with us (3 prior completed projects, all on time), mid-range cost, and clear scope of work.

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