BID · New construction and finish-out
HVAC for new construction and tenant finish-out
We work as the mechanical subcontractor for general contractors and owners: bidding from the mechanical drawings, installing equipment, ductwork and controls, and starting up the system on the GC's schedule.
A mechanical sub that keeps the schedule
Finish-out work in Austin moves quickly, and the ceiling is crowded. Ductwork, sprinkler, electrical and low-voltage all compete for the same space, and the mechanical rough-in often sets the pace for the ceiling grid and inspections.
We review the drawings carefully at bid time, flag conflicts and long-lead equipment early, and keep the superintendent informed. Equipment, duct, refrigerant piping, condensate and thermostats are installed and ready for inspection when the schedule calls for it.
| Works for | General contractors, owners and developers |
|---|---|
| Project types | Tenant finish-out, ground-up commercial, renovations |
| Scope | Equipment, ductwork, piping, controls, startup |
Scope
What's included
- Bids from drawingsWritten HVAC and sheet metal bids from the mechanical drawings and specifications, with clear inclusions and exclusions.
- Equipment installationRooftop units, split systems, heat pumps, exhaust fans and ductless units set and connected.
- Ductwork rough-inRectangular and spiral duct, flex runs, grilles, registers and diffusers.
- Refrigerant and condensate pipingLine sets, condensate drains and pumps installed and tested.
- Inspections and startupReady for mechanical inspection, then started up with readings recorded.
- CloseoutEquipment information and startup notes for the owner at handoff.
When to call us
- You have mechanical drawings and a bid due date
- An existing space is changing tenants and the layout is moving
- A shell building needs HVAC for its first tenant
- A remodel is adding offices, restrooms or a kitchen
How a project runs
Walk the site
We look at the equipment, roof or ceiling access, electrical and duct, or review your drawings.
Written bid
A clear scope and price with equipment, lead times, and what is and isn't included.
Install
Scheduled around your tenants, with crane lifts, shutdowns and other trades coordinated ahead of time.
Startup and handoff
Startup checks, readings recorded, and the system walked through with you before we leave.
Common questions
Do you bid from plans?
Yes. Email the mechanical drawings and specs as PDFs with the bid due date, and we'll return a written bid for the HVAC and sheet metal scope.
Do you pull mechanical permits?
Yes. We pull mechanical permits where the city requires them and schedule the inspections.
Can you help when there are no mechanical drawings?
For smaller finish-outs without an engineer's design, we can lay out a practical system and tell you when the project needs engineered drawings.
Do you work outside Austin city limits?
Yes. We work across Travis, Williamson and Hays counties, including Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Kyle and Buda.
Related services
Rooftop Units (RTUs)
Packaged RTU change-outs, new installs, curb adapters and crane-day coordination.
See the scope →
Split Systems & Heat Pumps
Condensing units, air handlers, fan coils, ductless and air-to-air heat pumps.
See the scope →
Geothermal Heat Pumps
Water-to-air geothermal heat pumps, loop tie-ins, replacements and service.
See the scope →Have a building, a bid set or a unit that's down?
Call to talk through the job, or send the details and drawings for a written bid.