The MRD, in collaboration with Efficiency Vermont, is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors for air sealing and insulation services at the Montpelier Recreation Center. This work is a crucial component of a larger planned facility renovation, which includes upgrades to the HVAC and electrical infrastructure. The primary objective of this weatherization project is to significantly enhance the building envelope's thermal performance—specifically, by increasing insulation and reducing air leakage—to effectively mitigate heating and cooling energy demand.. Property Description The Montpelier Recreation Center is a 15,000 square foot municipal structure, constructed in 1932 and situated in proximity to downtown Montpelier, VT. The building encompasses a large gymnasium, a lobby, administrative offices, and storage areas. Existing Building Envelope: Walls: Exposed brick masonry. Roof: Flat, single-ply EDPM membrane. Gym roof has R-40 insulation. Office roof is not insulated. Foundation: Masonry foundation walls. Windows: Single-pane, wooden-framed. Existing Mechanical Systems: The facility is heated by a single-pipe steam system, with low-pressure steam generated by a Smith Series 19A cast iron sectional oil-fired boiler located in the basement. Heat distribution is primarily through steam-fired unit heaters, supplemented by perimeter cast-iron radiators in certain spaces. The facility lacks a mechanical cooling system; cooling is currently achieved via several window-mounted AC units in the front offices.
