Chiller #8 Motor Replacement

The USDA/NCAH in Ames, IA, requires qualified chiller services to replace the motor for Chiller #8, a critical component of its central utility plant. The campus, a key facility for animal health research and disease control, relies on this chiller to maintain suitable environments for animals, equipment, and personnel in BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories. The project necessitates providing a York OEM replacement motor and retrofit kit, along with a crane for delivery and installation. The contractor must install and couple the new motor, verify proper alignment, and perform a start-up to ensure correct operation. Access to the facility is restricted to normal business hours, and all contractor personnel must be U.S. citizens, check-in daily for passes, and be escorted by USDA staff at all times.

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