2025-52 Design/Build Fire Alarm Replacement at Clear Spring Middle School

The Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a design/build fire alarm replacement project at Clear Spring Middle School, located in Washington County, Maryland. This procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 67e80c953b2458e4ac038394, seeks a qualified contractor to comprehensively redesign and replace the existing fire alarm system at the school facility. The project requires a comprehensive approach that includes both design and implementation of a new fire alarm infrastructure, with proposals due by April 9, 2025. Interested vendors must submit detailed proposals through the WCPS purchasing webpage, demonstrating technical expertise in fire alarm system design, installation, and integration. Bidders will likely be evaluated on criteria including technical competence, project approach, cost-effectiveness, timeline adherence, and proven experience with similar educational facility fire safety upgrades. The procurement process will involve a thorough review of submitted proposals, with the final award recommendation to be posted after approval by the Board of Education of Washington County.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, typical government procurement practices often include provisions for small, minority-owned, or disadvantaged business enterprises. The contract appears to be open to design/build firms with specific qualifications in fire alarm system engineering and installation for educational facilities. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive technical capabilities, relevant past performance, and the ability to seamlessly integrate new fire alarm technologies with existing school infrastructure. Although the exact budget range is not specified, fire alarm replacement projects for educational facilities typically range from $100,000 to $500,000, depending on the complexity of the system and the specific requirements of Clear Spring Middle School. Interested contractors should carefully review the full RFP documentation available on the WCPS purchasing webpage to understand the complete scope of work, submission requirements, and technical specifications for this critical safety infrastructure project.