Fire Alarm System Replacement - LSMSA

The Louisiana Office of State Procurement is seeking bids for a fire alarm system replacement project at the Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA) located in Natchitoches, LA. The procurement opportunity, identified as Bid Number 3000024480, requires a contractor to furnish all labor, tools, specialized equipment, materials, and supplies to upgrade and enhance two existing fire alarm systems serving three buildings: the Music and Arts Building, High School Building, and Robert A. Alost Gymnasium. Key deliverables include replacing existing fire alarm panels with Edwards Technology System (EST) iO1000 panels or equivalent, installing new voice evacuation amplifiers, and replacing various fire detection devices such as pull stations, smoke detectors, and heat detectors. Bidders must adhere to NFPA72 requirements and complete a mandatory jobsite verification by contacting Hillary Ward at 318-471-1825 prior to bid submission. The bid is due on April 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with a mandatory site visit required beforehand. Vendors must possess appropriate contractors' licenses, such as Electrical and/or Telecommunications, and be registered in the LaGov vendor system.

The procurement opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide a bid security of 5% of the bid amount for proposals exceeding $50,000 and comply with various state and federal requirements, including civil rights laws and ADA accessibility standards. The project emphasizes minimal disruption to the school's operations, as LSMSA is a residential high school with students present throughout weekdays and weekends. Vendors must maintain a clean work site, obtain prior approval for replacements or repairs, and adhere to a tobacco-free campus policy. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the bid requires comprehensive documentation for any "or equal" component submissions. The project specifications suggest a focus on upgrading existing infrastructure with modern fire alarm technology, though a specific budget range is not provided in the available documentation. Bidders must carefully review the attached documents, including Special Terms and Conditions (Attachment A), the Jobsite Verification Form (Attachment B), and Specifications (Attachment C), to ensure full compliance with the procurement requirements.