Construction for Replacement of network fire alarm

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through its Cincinnati Procurement Operations Division is seeking construction services for a comprehensive replacement of a networked fire alarm and voice evacuation system at its Atlantic Coastal Environmental Sciences Division campus in Narragansett, Rhode Island. The solicitation, identified by the unique contract opportunity ID bf2c62e176fe4191811644be1cf5572e, is specifically focused on electrical contracting work related to alarm and security detection system installation. Contractors interested in this opportunity will need to demonstrate expertise in electrical wiring installation and security system implementation, with a specific focus on N063 Product Service Code (PSC) for alarm and detection system installations. The solicitation was posted on November 8, 2024, with proposals due by December 20, 2024, providing potential bidders approximately six weeks to prepare and submit their comprehensive proposals. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the notice, contractors will likely be assessed on technical capability, past performance, and compliance with specified technical requirements.

This contract opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, meaning only small businesses within the 238210 NAICS category for Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors are eligible to compete. The project will be performed at 27 Tarzwell Drive in Narragansett, Rhode Island, which is the location of the EPA's Atlantic Coastal Environmental Sciences Division campus. The solicitation does not specify the exact contract value or budget range, but given the comprehensive nature of replacing a networked fire alarm and voice evacuation system across multiple buildings, it is likely to be a substantial contract. Potential bidders should carefully review the full solicitation documents to understand the complete scope of work, which involves installing a new integrated fire alarm and voice evacuation system for all buildings at the facility. Interested small businesses with expertise in electrical contracting and security system installations should prepare detailed technical and cost proposals that demonstrate their capability to successfully complete this critical infrastructure upgrade.