CHP Hayward Area office Alarm Monitoring

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) #25C345002 for Fire Alarm Monitoring, Inspections and Testing Services at the Hayward Area office located at 25100 Santa Clara Street in Hayward, California. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive fire alarm system services, including 24-hour monitoring through an Underwriter Laboratory listed central monitoring station, annual testing of the Notifier by Honeywell NFS2-640 fire alarm panel, and complete inspection of all system devices. The contract will span three years, from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2028, with the CHP intending to award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bid responses are due on June 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with an immediate bid opening following the submission deadline. Potential bidders must comply with all instructions outlined in the IFB and demonstrate capabilities to provide continuous, reliable fire alarm monitoring and maintenance services for the CHP facility.

The solicitation includes provisions for potential small business, micro business, and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) preferences, though the DVBE participation requirement has been waived for this specific contract. Contractors must maintain commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and provide statutory workers' compensation coverage. The contract will be funded through the State of California's Budget Act, with funding contingent on annual appropriations, and the CHP reserves the right to cancel or modify the agreement if sufficient funds are not allocated. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services suggests a moderate-value contract focused on critical infrastructure protection and emergency monitoring. Interested vendors should carefully review the IFB documentation to ensure full compliance with all technical specifications, insurance requirements, and submission guidelines.