Steiner-Baker Site Plan.pdf

The document is a Multi-Step Invitation to Bid (MS-IFB) for Design-Build Construction Services for a new campus-wide Fire Alarm and Mass Notification System (FA/MNS) at the Maryland School for the Deaf in Ellicott City, Maryland. The project involves the demolition and removal of existing wiring, conduit, and fire alarm components, followed by the reconfiguration and installation of new FA/MNS components with emphasis on visual, textual, and audible notification. The new system must comply with State codes and regulations, as well as National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regulations. The project will take place at the Maryland School for the Deaf's Columbia campus, which is located within Howard County and the Elkridge CDP jurisdictions.

The solicitation requires the selected contractor to provide ongoing pre-testing of the system operation prior to requesting review by the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Owner training and proficiency in operation of the FA/MNS is also required. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.