Egeler CF - Fire Alarm Project 472/17129. RMP

The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) is procuring a comprehensive fire alarm system replacement project for the Charles Egeler Correctional Facility in Jackson, Michigan. The procurement involves a complete overhaul of existing fire alarm systems across multiple cell blocks and buildings, including removing current systems and installing new fire alarm control panels, network switches, and advanced detection equipment like VESDA systems. Key deliverables include integrating elevator systems, connecting buildings via fiber optic networks, and upgrading to a Starnet 2 security system. The project requires precise technical implementation, with contractors responsible for cutting, patching, maintaining fire ratings, and coordinating closely with prison security throughout installation. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on September 27, 2018, with electronic bids originally due on October 10, 2018, and subsequently extended to October 24, 2018, at 2:00 pm, with a request for information (RFI) cut-off on October 17, 2018, at 5:00 pm. The contract time is specified at 280 calendar days, with construction to commence in the Southern Regional Buildings first.

The procurement includes provisions for Qualified Disabled Veteran (QDV) business preferences and opportunities for Michigan-based businesses. Bidders must submit a 5% bid security and complete a Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN) Request form five business days prior to the pre-bid meeting to undergo a criminal background check for facility access. The project includes a $50,000 allowance for potential additional fire alarm equipment and requires performance/payment bonds for bids over $50,000. Liquidated damages are set at $1,000 per calendar day beyond the substantial completion deadline. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project requires integration with existing Starnet 2 security systems and involves multiple building systems across the correctional facility. Contractors must possess technical expertise in fire alarm systems, network integration, and correctional facility security protocols. The project is categorized under NIGP Codes 1438, 91220, and 34016, with the primary point of contact being Lentz Becraft from Tower Pinkster in Kalamazoo, Michigan.