32 CHERRY STREET FIRE ALARM SYSTEM REPLACEMENT

The State of Vermont's Department of Buildings and General Services has issued a construction invitation to bid for the 32 Cherry Street Fire Alarm System Replacement project located in Burlington, Vermont. This procurement opportunity seeks a qualified contractor to comprehensively replace the existing fire alarm system, with specific requirements including removing and replacing the fire alarm panel, system devices, wiring, and conduits. The project involves installing new pull stations, smoke detectors, and horn/strobes as detailed in the project drawings. Key procurement dates include a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for November 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the main courthouse lobby, with questions due by December 3, 2025, at 4:30 PM EDT. The final bid responses are due by December 17, 2025, at 4:30 PM EDT. Interested contractors must obtain project documents from Blueprints, Etc. in South Burlington, either by phone, fax, or email, and will need a password to access the project plans in their private online plan room. The procurement seeks a contractor capable of providing a complete and fully functional fire alarm system installation that meets all specified technical requirements.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, contractors interested in bidding must demonstrate technical competency in fire alarm system replacement and installation. The project is located within Washington County and the Newport Center CDP, suggesting potential local economic impact. No incumbent vendor information or current contractor details are provided in the available documentation. Project documents do not specify a precise budget range or award value, though the comprehensive nature of the fire alarm system replacement suggests a significant capital investment. Interested contractors will need to access the full project manual and drawings through Blueprints, Etc. to develop a comprehensive bid response. The procurement appears to be open to qualified contractors with demonstrated expertise in fire alarm system design, installation, and integration, with a focus on providing a complete and technically compliant solution for the state facility.