Comprehensive Lockdown and Emergency Notification System - 7 Schools

The Town of Watertown, Connecticut has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB #19044) for a Comprehensive Lockdown and Emergency Notification System targeting seven schools within the jurisdiction: John Trumbull Primary School, Judson Elementary School, Polk Elementary School, Swift Middle School, Watertown High School, St. Mary Magdalen School, and St. John's School. The procurement seeks sealed bids for a comprehensive security system installation, with a specific focus on lockdown and emergency notification capabilities. The solicitation requires vendors to provide a complete security infrastructure that can effectively communicate and respond to emergency situations across these educational institutions. The bid period is open from November 10, 2023, to November 23, 2023, with sealed bids due by 11:00 AM EST on November 23, 2023, to be submitted at the Town Hall Purchasing Agent's office located at 61 Echo Lake Road. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be determined by the vendor. The procurement contact is Donna Ford, who can be reached at 860-945-5260 or ford@watertownct.org, and additional bid details are available on the Town of Watertown's website at www.watertownct.org.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation are outlined in the solicitation documents. The bid appears to be open to all vendors without preference for disadvantaged business enterprises or specific organizational types. While an accompanying document titled "2023 Request for Bid - SECURITY CAMERAS AND SECURITY SYSTEM_STEAP.pdf" suggests potential funding through the Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP), no specific budget range or estimated contract value is disclosed. The solicitation does not provide information about incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure that might require integration with the new system. The procurement appears to be a comprehensive replacement or new installation of a security system, with no explicit details about current security arrangements at the seven schools. Interested vendors are encouraged to review all supporting documentation and contact the Purchasing Agent for any additional clarification or information about the project's specific requirements and expectations.