Fire Alarm Supp Insp R-M G1306 DuQuoin

The State of Illinois Central Management Services is seeking a contractor for a Fire Alarm Supplemental Inspection and Repair project located at the Illinois State Police Troop 10 Headquarters in DuQuoin, Piatt County. The procurement, identified by Bid Number 26-416CMS-BOPM4-B-49151, requires a vendor to provide comprehensive inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance services for fire alarm and suppression systems. Bidders must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in fire alarm system services, possess current National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) certifications, and hold an Alarm Contracting License from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations. The project involves semi-annual inspections of complex fire safety systems, including an Auto Pulse IQ-318 system and a Kidde FM-200 Clean Agent Extinguishing System, with services covering peripheral device testing, annual smoke detector cleaning, sensitivity testing, and various system component evaluations. Key submission deadlines include a mandatory pre-bid walk-through on September 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at 1391 S. Washington St., DuQuoin, with the final bid opening scheduled for October 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The contract will be awarded to the lowest-priced responsive and responsible bidder who meets all specified qualifications.

The state encourages participation from diverse vendors and has established requirements that support business enterprise program utilization. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the procurement documents indicate a preference for domestic products and may consider factors such as manufacturing origin, price, and quality during bid evaluation. The contract may be partially funded by federal funds, which could introduce additional compliance requirements. The six-year contract term includes provisions for emergency response within two hours and routine work repairs within 24 hours, with the vendor responsible for providing all labor, materials, and equipment. Vendors must maintain $1 million in general commercial liability insurance and comply with prevailing wage requirements. While no specific total contract value is stated, the vendor will be responsible for minor repairs and replacements under $10, with larger parts and repairs to be billed at cost. Potential bidders must complete comprehensive vendor disclosure forms, including certifications related to business ethics, employment practices, tax obligations, and regulatory adherence, with potential penalties for non-compliance including contract voiding, suspension, or debarment.