DEIT_E-6_Electrical_&_Fire_Alarm_Risers_.pdf

This is a technical specification document for electrical and fire alarm riser systems prepared for Volusia County, Florida, in support of the Life Safety Systems Inspection, Testing and Repairs solicitation (26-B-18LL). The document outlines the electrical infrastructure and fire alarm riser requirements for five county facilities: the Daytona Beach Emergency Operations Center, Daytona Beach Medical Examiner's office, DeLand Supervisor of Elections, DeLand IT Facility, and DeLand Administration Center. Contractors must perform comprehensive fire alarm system testing and inspection in accordance with NFPA 72 standards, conduct annual and semi-annual clean agent fire suppression system inspections per NFPA 2001 requirements, and provide 24/7 emergency repair services. Mandatory pre-bid site visits are required on December 4 and December 5, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. at the Daytona Beach Emergency Operations Center. Written questions must be submitted by December 19, 2025, at 11:59 p.m., with bid responses due electronically by January 8, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. The contract provides for an initial three-year term with options for two subsequent one-year renewals.

Evaluation criteria prioritize total cost, delivery capability, past performance, technical specifications compliance, and contractor qualifications, with all technicians required to hold NICET certification and supervisory personnel having a minimum of five years' experience in fire protection systems. A local preference of up to five percent is available for qualified local businesses with documented permanent locations in specified counties for at least six months prior to the closing date. Contractors must provide three references from similar government contracts and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, motor vehicle liability, and pollution liability, with Volusia County named as an additional insured. The Prime/Subcontractor Form indicates potential subcontractor involvement across electrical, HVAC, and plumbing disciplines. While no specific incumbent vendors are identified, the detailed pricing structure accommodates labor, parts, materials, and emergency response capabilities across multiple facilities.