Fire Alarm System Fire Station #3 "Re-Advertisement"

The City of Greenville's Public Works Department is seeking proposals for a turnkey fire alarm system installation at Fire Station #3, located at 2400 Charles Blvd. The procurement (RFP #24-25-42A) involves designing, engineering, and installing a stand-alone, non-proprietary fire alarm system that meets NFPA requirements and national, state, and local building codes. Specific deliverables include abandoning existing hardwired smoke detectors, installing a new main fire alarm panel, and completing an expandable system capable of accommodating up to 4 additional AV sensors. The project requires a comprehensive system with cellular dialer reporting, duct detectors with air handler shut-down features, and full electrical work throughout the fire station. Proposals will be evaluated using a weighted criteria: 40% for design and installation methods, 20% for firm qualifications, 20% for staff qualifications, 10% for the cover letter, and 10% for pricing. The proposal submission deadline is Friday, June 20, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with project work expected to commence in the fall of 2025. Potential bidders can direct questions to Aaron Lewis, Buildings & Grounds Supervisor, via email at alewis@greenvillenc.gov.

The contract opportunity includes specific Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation goals, targeting 10% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and 6% Women Business Enterprise (WBE) participation. Contractors must provide worker's compensation insurance, comply with E-Verify requirements, and adhere to federal and state nondiscrimination provisions. The city reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and will hold submissions for 90 days after the opening date. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the fire alarm system installation suggests a significant investment in modernizing the fire station's safety infrastructure. The project documentation indicates collaboration with James G. Hite as the architect and involves replacing the existing fire alarm system at the Charles Street and Red Banks Road facility. Potential bidders should carefully review the provided architectural plans, which date back to May 1, 1996, and the accompanying addendum that provides critical details about system requirements and installation specifications.