Notice of Intent to Award

This document is a Notice of Intent to Award from the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) for a contract for fire suppression inspection, testing, repair, and recharging services at Laurel Ridge Community College (LRCC) locations in Middletown, Warrenton, and Luray, Virginia. The contract was awarded to Patriot Fire and Security LLC in response to IFB # VCCS-LRCC-24-65132, which was issued on May 6, 2024. The contract term is for one year with four optional one-year renewal periods.

The pricing terms include quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspection and testing services, with the total cost based on the number of inspections performed. The contractor shall also provide parts and supplies at a contracted discount off the list price. This IFB was set aside for award priority to Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity certified micro businesses or small businesses, and the contractor will be required to submit a small business subcontracting plan and provide quarterly reports on subcontractor usage. The IFB did not provide any information about incumbent vendors or current contractors, or indicate a budget range for the contract.