Firefighter Burn Building RFP.docx

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

Design and Construction of a Firefighter Training Burn Building

1. Introduction Laurens County is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified firms for the design, engineering, and construction of a burn building to support live-fire and all-hazards training for firefighters. The facility will serve as a critical component of the department’s training program, enabling realistic, NFPA-compliant training scenarios. Proposals must be submitted to the Laurens County Commissioners Office located at 117 East Jackson Street, Dublin, Georgia no later than 10:00 A.M. Monday, April 6, 2026, at which time the bids will be opened. The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

The successful bidder will submit certificate of workers comp., liability insurance and E-Verify compliance when the bid is awarded. The successful bidder will also be required to provide a payment and performance bond .

2. Project Overview The selected contractor will provide a turnkey solution, including conceptual design, engineering, permitting support, fabrication, delivery, construction, and commissioning of a burn building located at:

Project Site: 128 Valambrosia Road, Dublin, Georgia The burn building must be designed for repeated live-fire evolutions, structural firefighting drills, search and rescue, ventilation, ladder operations, hose advancement, and incident command training.

3. Minimum Technical Requirements The facility must meet or exceed the following standards:

3.1 Applicable Standards

· NFPA 1402 – Guide to Building Fire Service Training Centers

· NFPA 1403 – Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions

· NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code

· International Building Code 2018 edition

· Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Council Regulations

· OSHA requirements

· Local building codes and permitting requirements

3.2 Building Type

The proposal must the following construction types:

· Steel multi-story training structure with replaceable burn props

3.3 Functional Requirements

The burn building should include:

· Minimum 3 stories

· Multiple burn rooms with high-temperature lining

· Interior and exterior stairways

· Hallways, confined spaces, and maze areas

· Forcible entry points

· Roof ventilation props

· Balcony and window openings for ladder operations

· Standpipe system (wet or dry)

· Smoke ventilation controls

· Thermal monitoring and safety systems

· Instructor observation points

3.4 Live-Fire Systems

· Class A burn rooms or gas-fired props

· Temperature-resistant interior lining

· Replaceable panels (if applicable)

· Integrated safety shutoff systems (for gas props)

4. Scope of Work The selected contractor shall provide:

4.1 Design & Engineering

· Site assessment

· Conceptual and final design drawings

· Structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering

· Compliance documentation for NFPA and local codes

4.2 Construction (Owner will perform concrete construction of building pad according to successful contractor’s specification)

· Fabrication and delivery of building components

· On-site assembly and construction

· Installation of burn props and safety systems

· Utility connections (as required)

4.3 Training & Documentation

· Instructor training on building systems

· Operations and maintenance manuals

· Warranty documentation

5. Proposal Submission Requirements Proposals must include:

5.1 Company Information

· Company profile and history

· Relevant experience with fire training structures

· List of similar completed projects

5.2 Technical Proposal

· Conceptual design

· Materials and construction methods

· Compliance with NFPA standards

· Project schedule

5.3 Cost Proposal

· Itemized cost breakdown

· Optional features and pricing

· Warranty terms

5.4 References

· Minimum of three fire service clients with similar projects

6. Additional Information The issuing agency reserves the right to:

· Reject any or all proposals

· Request additional information

· Negotiate scope and pricing

· Cancel the RFP at any time