Access Controls Electronic Security System Repl. , Sterling Correctional Facility

The State of Colorado's Department of Corrections (CDOC) is conducting a pre-qualification process for the Sterling Correctional Facility's Access Controls Electronic Security System Replacement project, covering Phases 1 and 2 in Lincoln County. The procurement seeks to replace comprehensive security and technology systems, including Door Control, Intercom, Paging, Access Control, Fiber Network, Woodwork, Countertops, Cooling Systems for Security Rooms, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), and Transient Voltage Surge Suppression (TVSS) systems. Contractors must demonstrate a minimum of ten years of experience in security electronics contracting, possess bonding capacity up to $35,000,000 for a single project, and be registered/licensed in Colorado. The project requires a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based control system with fully integrated systems, as specified in documents 28 70 00 through 28 70 95. A mandatory pre-submittal conference and site walk is scheduled for September 19, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. MST, with qualification submittals due electronically via BidNet Direct by October 10, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. MST. Evaluation criteria will focus on project experience, team qualifications, and management approach.

The procurement has several notable restrictions and preferences, including a strong emphasis on Colorado-based labor, requiring contractors to employ at least 80% Colorado workforce. Preference will be given to Colorado resident bidders, and contractors must participate in registered apprenticeship programs and comply with state prevailing wage regulations. The project will utilize a Design/Bid/Build delivery method, with only pre-qualified Security Electronics Contractors eligible to bid. Multiple firms have already been identified as potential bidders, including Securitas, CML Security, Cornerstone, and Hyper30/ANM, with most marked as approved for Correctional Technology Systems (CTS) and Pre-Hire Assessment (PHA). The estimated Fixed Limit of Construction ranges between $31,000,000 and $34,000,000, suggesting a significant investment in modernizing the facility's security infrastructure. Contractors must adhere to strict document reproduction guidelines and maintain comprehensive security protocols, including completing a Consent to Search form and understanding the zero-tolerance policy for facility entry and conduct.