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Specifications and Requirements

Burglar Alarm Systems Upgrade for Regional Courthouses

Project: Upgrade of burglar alarm systems Locations: North Regional Courthouse1600 W. Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 South Regional Courthouse 3550 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, FL 33021 West Regional Courthouse 100 N. Pine Island Rd. Plantation, FL 33324

1. Project Objectives:

1.1. Replace and upgrade current burglar alarm components to meet current security standards and code requirements.

1.2. Improve coverage, reliability, and ease of maintenance.

1.3. Integrate with existing or new monitoring/service provider.

1.4. Ensure minimal disruption to building occupants and operations.

2. Definitions

2.1. BOM – Bill of Materials

2.2. FCC/UL – Federal Communications Commission / Underwriters Laboratories

2.3. NEC – National Electric Code

2.4. NESC – National Electric Safety Code

2.5. NFPA – National Fire Protection Association

2.6. SSSP – Site-Specific Safety Plan

3. Scope:

3.1. Site survey and AS-IS assessment.

3.2. Design and engineering of the alarm system upgrade.

3.3. Obtain all permits required by each municipality.

3.4. Removal of obsolete components and disposal in compliance with regulations.

3.5. Installation of new hardware components.

3.6. Integration with monitoring center.

3.7. Programming, testing, and commissioning.

3.8. Commissioning documentation, as-built drawings, and operation manuals.

3.9. Training for building security staff and facilities personnel.

3.10. Warranty and post-installation support.

4. Technical Requirements:

4.1. System Architecture:

4.1.1. Field devices: contact sensors, motion detectors, glass-break sensors, door/window sensors, panic buttons, and remote annunciators.

4.1.2. Control panel: Centralized alarm control panel(s) with appropriate processing power and memory. Honeywell Vista 250P or approved equal.

4.1.3. Power: Primary AC power with battery back-up.

4.1.4. Communication: Wired with failover redundancy if applicable.

4.1.5. Monitoring: Direct connection to a monitoring station.

4.2. Standards and Compliance

4.2.1. Align with local building and electrical codes.

4.2.2. NEC/NESC standards for wiring and power.

4.2.3. Security industry standards (e.g., NFPA 730, FCC/UL listings, UL 1023 for burglar alarm systems where applicable).

4.2.4. Accessibility and tenant lock-down/security policy requirements.

4.3. Performance and Features

4.3.1. Perimeter and interior protection with zoning logic.

4.3.2. User access control integration (keypads).

4.3.3. Event logging, time-stamped notifications, and tamper alerts.

4.3.4. Remote management and diagnostic capabilities.

4.3.5. Battery health monitoring and alarm signaling integrity.

4.3.6. Redundancy and fail-safe operations during outages.

4.4. Interfaces and Integration

4.4.1. Monitoring center integration with testable alert protocols (supervision & tamper).

4.4.2. User authentication and role-based access for administrators.

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5. Deliverables:

Deliverable Description Acceptance Criteria Due Date Project Plan Detailed schedule, milestones, resource plan, and risk register

Approved by client;

aligns with scope

Design Documents System design drawings, wiring schematics, device schedules

Complete, reviewed, and signed off

Bill of Materials (BOM) List of all new components, quantities, specs

Accurate, within budget

City of Deerfield Beach, City of Hollywood, and City of Plantation Code Compliance Burglar Alarm Permit / Registration Application

Submit all applications and required documents to obtain approval from city.

Approved permit / registration

Installation Report Records of hardware installation, wiring paths, calibration

Completed on site;

verifiable

City of Deerfield Beach City of Hollywood, and City of Plantation Code Compliance Inspections

Final inspection and permit close out

Pass final inspection

Commissioning & Verification

Functional tests, alarm verification, failover tests

Pass acceptance tests; sign-off

Training Materials Operator manuals, quick-reference guides, training sessions

Delivered and acknowledged

As-Built Documentation

Updated drawings, device locations, network diagrams

Updated and approved

Warranty & Support Plan

Warranty terms, service levels, contact points

Documented and agreed

6. Sample Schedule and Milestones:

6.1. Project Kick-off:

6.2. Site Survey:

6.3. Final Design & Submittals:

6.4. Procurement Lead Time:

6.5. Permit / Registration Application

6.6. De-Installation of obsolete components:

6.7. Installation & Wiring:

6.8. System Commissioning:

6.9. Client Training:

6.10. Final Acceptance & Handover:

6.11. Post-Installation Support Period:

Note: Schedule to be developed in conjunction with County/tenant constraints (business hours, access windows, holidays).

7. Roles and Responsibilities:

7.1. County:

7.1.1. Provide access to premises and existing system documentation.

7.1.2. Approve design documents, BOM, and change orders.

7.1.3. Facilitate backup power availability during commissioning as required.

7.2. Contractor:

7.2.1. Provide licensed security integrator personnel and supervision.

7.2.2. Obtain all permits required by each municipality.

7.2.3. Perform design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and training per this Scope of Work.

7.2.4. Ensure safety, compliance, and minimal disruption to occupants.

7.2.5. Maintain a change management process for any deviations.

7.2.6. Perform designated tasks with adherence to project standards and schedules.

8. Quality Assurance and Testing:

8.1. Pre-installation readiness review and risk assessment.

8.2. Electrical and communication line verification.

8.3. Verification of power supply backups and battery health.

8.4. Functional testing: perimeters, interior zones, entry/exit delays, duress functions, tamper circuits.

8.5. End-to-end testing with Monitoring Center.

8.6. Documentation of test results and issue tracking with timely resolution.

9. Risk Management:

9.1. Access restrictions or tenant disruption during installation.

9.2. Potential interference with existing building systems.

9.3. Supply chain delays for critical components.

9.3.1. Mitigation strategies: phased installation, off-hours work, backup components, extra stock, clear communication plan.

10. Safety and Compliance:

10.1. Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to be provided.

10.2. All work to follow local safety regulations and county policies.

10.3. Lockout/Tagout procedures as required.

11. Acceptance Criteria:

11.1. All new devices installed and configured per design.

11.2. System passes all functional and integration tests.

11.3. All city permits are closed.

11.4. Documentation complete (design, as-built, manuals).

11.5. Training conducted with sign-off from Broward County Facilities Management personnel.

11.6. Handover completed with warranty and service details delivered.

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