Notice ID_W9127P25QA007_Industry Questions and Answers 18 Aug 25.pdf
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- VIARNG CSMS Fire Alarm Upgrade
- Solicitation number
- W9127P25QA007
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Department of the Army National Guard
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This document is an Industry Questions and Answers (Q&A) file for a federal contract opportunity (Notice ID: W9127P-25-Q-A007) dated 18 August 2025, focusing on a fire alarm system upgrade for a Combined Support Maintenance Shop. The Q&A addresses technical specifics about the fire alarm system installation, including clarifications on certification requirements, system communication, and power specifications.
Key details include: No NICET IV or RCDD certification is required; the contractor must provide materials, labor, and professional services to upgrade the fire alarm system in compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and International Building Code (IBC) standards. The system will have hardwired alarms to the panel, 120v power is available, and a dedicated electrical breaker exists. No central station monitoring is in place, no fire protection engineer is required, and no previous inspection reports are available. The documents include floor plans for the Combined Support Maintenance Shop and images of the existing fire alarm control panel and battery hookup system.
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Notice ID: W9127P-25-Q-A007
Industry Questions and Answers
18 August 2025
1). Inquiry/Questions: Please confirm whether drawings may be made available and added to the solicitation documents for review in preparation of submitting a proposal. If so, please provide such drawings, maps, and/or floor plans?
Response: See available floor plan and pictures attached.
2). Inquiry/Questions: Please confirm whether a NICET IV certification will be added as a requirement to the solicitation, to ensure the fire alarm system meets all required local, national, government, and industry standards, codes, and regulations?
Response: The solicitation does not require a NICET certification. The contractor is required to provide all materials, labor and professional service necessary to upgrade the fire alarm system and provide a fully functional system in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and International
Building Code (IBC) standards.
3). Inquiry/Questions: Please confirm if an RCDD will be added as a requirement to ensure standards, compliance, and allow a detailed review by the ISO (Information Security Officer) prior to deployment and installation.
Response: The RCDD will not be included as an added requirement for this solicitation. This is an upgrade of an existing system. The contractor will provide all materials, labor and professional services required to provide a complete and functional system that meets the requirements of the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) and International Building Code (IBC) standards.
4). Inquiry/Questions: How will the fire alarm communicate alarms to a central station or BDOC for example?
Response: The alarms are hardwired to the panel.
5). Inquiry/Questions: Is there a system in place for onsite supervision such as a Monico D-21 central station receiver?
Response: No.
6). Inquiry/Questions: Is 120v power available for the fire alarm panel or is there an alternate voltage requirement?
Response: 120v power is available.
7). Inquiry/Questions: Does the existing fire alarm have a dedicated electrical breaker, or will one need to be installed?
Response: There is a dedicated breaker within the electrical panel. The contractor is expected to validate the breaker and add additional breakers, if necessary.
8). Inquiry/Questions: Will a fire protection engineer be required?
9). Inquiry/Questions: Any previous inspection reports for the existing system?
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