7113 NOITA.pdf

This is a Notice of Intent to Award issued by the Oregon Department of Corrections, General Services Division, Fiscal Services Section, Contracts Unit, dated December 1, 2025, regarding a public improvement contract for fire suppression system installation. The contract, identified as S-29100-00014586 and Contract #7113, involves the installation of dual agent fire suppression systems in the IT Room at the Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP). The project encompasses multiple IT rooms across C-Block, D-Block, E-Block, Culinary, and Infirmary areas within the facility. Copper Mechanical LLC of Ridgefield, Washington, has been selected as the intended awardee. The awarded contractor must complete and submit required documentation including proof of insurance with Builder's Risk Installation Floater coverage, a signed contract, and an up-to-date W-9 form within ten business days of receipt of this notice. Work authorization is contingent upon issuance of a Notice to Proceed, and the project timeline spans 100 calendar days for substantial completion and 120 calendar days for final completion from the Notice to Proceed.

The base bid award amount is $152,000.00, representing the total contract value. The project budget was originally estimated between $35,000 and $50,000; however, the awarded bid significantly exceeds this range. Funding is provided through state sources. The contractor is required to comply with Oregon Department of Corrections Standard General Conditions, demonstrate Construction Contractors Board registration, and meet workforce participation goals including a 12% apprenticeship requirement and an aspirational 15% target for women, minority individuals, and veterans. Liquidated damages are assessed at $900 per calendar day for delays beyond the substantial and final completion deadlines. The contractor must coordinate with the City of Salem's Authority Having Jurisdiction for permitting and inspections and work within the secure perimeter of the Oregon State Penitentiary with strict access protocols through Vehicle Gate 5. Dustin M. Sculatti, Procurement & Contracts Specialist 3, serves as the primary contact for the Department of Corrections at (503) 510-5285.