Fire Testing - DRC260078 - LORCI

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) is soliciting bids for comprehensive fire system testing at the Lorain Correctional Institution (LORCI) located in Lorain County. The procurement involves detailed fire safety inspections and maintenance, including 48 backflow inspections, 200 annual fire extinguisher checks, 30 quarterly sprinkler riser inspections, 13 private yard hydrant flush/flow assessments, and 18 annual control panel evaluations. Specific deliverables include inspections of horn/strobe systems, FM200 room assessments, clean agent smoke detector verifications, pull station checks, and kitchen hood suppression system evaluations in multiple facility locations. The bid opportunity was posted on October 16, 2025, with proposals due by October 31, 2025, at 4:00:00 p.m. Columbus time. Bidders will be evaluated based on being the lowest responsive and responsible vendor, with consideration given to experience, financial condition, past contract performance, management capabilities, and overall ability to execute the contract effectively.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard Ohio state procurement practices typically include provisions for minority-owned or small businesses. The Instructions for Bidding document indicates that bids will remain firm for 90 days, and ODRC reserves the right to reject any proposals that do not comply with specifications or are deemed excessive. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the fire testing suggests a significant scope of work covering multiple critical safety systems within the correctional facility. The testing schedule indicates inspections will primarily occur in December 2025 and June 2026, targeting various facility areas including control rooms, dining halls, and main kitchens. Potential bidders must provide certifications regarding contract eligibility and non-collusion, and the state may use a coin flip to break tied bids if necessary.