Or-tualatin RIV NWR-security and fire

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking security and fire monitoring services for the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge in Sherwood, Oregon. The solicitation covers comprehensive monitoring services for six specific locations, including the Administrative Building, Visitor Center, Fee Booth, Knoll Fire System, Dennis House Fire System, and Harmon Quarters. Contractors will be responsible for monitoring approximately 37 sensors using various fire and security equipment, including 4 NX-148 LCD Keypads. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and will be evaluated based on price and past performance, with the contract awarded to the offeror providing the best value product meeting specifications. The initial solicitation deadline was March 21, 2025, but has been extended to April 3, 2025, with solicitation questions due by March 19, 2025, and all quotes to be submitted via email to the designated contact.

The contract is now open to both small businesses and other than small businesses, with a NAICS code of 561621 for Security Systems Services. The period of performance spans from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2029, as a firm-fixed-price contract. A key requirement is implementing cellular communication services to replace existing landline phone services, with the contractor responsible for 24-hour remote monitoring and following a specific protocol for alarm response. The monitoring will cover seven refuge locations, including approximately 31 sensors at the Admin building, fee booth, and visitor center, and about 6 sensors at the shop. The equipment includes keypads from manufacturers such as DSC, EST, GE, and Silent Knight. When alarms are triggered, the contractor must call staff according to a priority list and dispatch emergency services if staff cannot be reached.