Campus Wide Security Upgrade

Bladen Community College in North Carolina is seeking proposals for a campus-wide security upgrade project. The project aims to upgrade security entry locks, cameras, and other hardware campus-wide to provide better safety for employees and students. The scope of work includes modifications to existing building doors, wiring, and access controls, with all old hardware to be replaced with new equipment that has a minimum useful life of 10 years. The procurement process involves an informal contract, with sealed bids due by October 24, 2024, and the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder. Contractors must have the appropriate North Carolina general construction license and comply with all state laws and regulations. The project must be completed within 120 calendar days of the notice to proceed.

The contract opportunity involves jurisdictions in Brunswick County and Durham City, North Carolina. The procurement includes a 10% goal for minority business participation, and contractors must provide documentation of good faith efforts to meet this requirement. The contract also outlines pricing and payment terms, change order procedures, inspection requirements, warranties, insurance, and other standard terms and conditions. The project does not fall under the Davis-Bacon wage schedule, and the college currently uses the Alertus Technologies system, which must be compatible with any proposed solutions. The college has specified a service and maintenance agreement for the camera and access control systems, with a 2-hour response time for reported issues.