Fire panel upgrade

The Ohio Department of Veterans Services/Ohio Veterans Home is seeking quotes for a fire panel upgrade project located in Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio. The procurement involves upgrading ten Simplex 4100U Fire Alarm Control Panels, specifically targeting the top bay replacement with new Simplex 4100ES components. Contractors must remove obsolete SPS power supplies, replace them with new ESPS power supplies, and transition the network from Simplex 4120 to ESNet, while reusing existing components and batteries. Bidders must be listed on Index # MAC023 and submit itemized quotes with prices not exceeding the indexed rates. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 5, 2025, at 1:00 pm, with contractors required to sign in at the Secrest main entrance. The evaluation criteria include cost/price (50 points), warranty of components (20 points), project completion timeframe (10 points), licenses (10 points), and liability insurance (10 points). Technicians performing the work must be factory-certified for the specific manufacturer's system, and all components must be UL-listed and certified.

The contract opportunity appears to be restricted to vendors listed on Index # MAC023, which likely represents a pre-qualified vendor pool for this type of specialized work. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through OhioBuys, with invoicing to be sent to invoices@dvs.ohio.gov. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive scope suggests a potentially significant investment in upgrading critical fire alarm infrastructure. The project requires integration with existing fire alarm systems and preservation of current components where possible. Proposals are due by June 13, 2025, and must include a detailed breakdown of labor hours, hourly rates, and a comprehensive list of materials with associated costs. The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors who can demonstrate specific technical expertise in fire alarm system upgrades, with a focus on maintaining the operational integrity of the Ohio Veterans Home's safety systems.