Alarm Monitoring Services

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) is seeking a UL-certified alarm monitoring services provider for 71 school facilities through this solicitation. The procurement opportunity aims to establish a comprehensive alarm monitoring contract that meets the rigorous Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) Standard for Safety, UL-827. Vendors must demonstrate full compliance with UL certification requirements and possess extensive experience in providing professional alarm monitoring services for educational institutions. The solicitation was posted on June 25, 2025, with proposals due by July 16, 2025, providing potential bidders approximately three weeks to prepare and submit their comprehensive responses. The primary objective is to secure a vendor capable of delivering continuous, reliable alarm monitoring that ensures the safety and security of Frederick County's public school facilities.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, potential respondents should be UL-certified alarm monitoring companies with proven track records in educational facility security. The contract appears to be open to qualified commercial alarm monitoring providers who can meet the technical and safety standards outlined in the solicitation. The scope suggests a potentially significant contract value, given the extensive coverage of 71 school facilities, though exact budget ranges are not specified in the available information. Interested vendors should carefully review the full solicitation documents to understand the complete technical specifications, performance requirements, and submission guidelines for this critical public safety contract.