FY22-DBH-Furnish and Install Two (2) Housing Unit Detention Doors

The District of Columbia's Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is soliciting competitive bids for a procurement to furnish and install two detention doors in housing units. This specific contract opportunity, identified by the unique ID 66c855f5829eb5d86906f3f8, was posted on April 1, 2022, with proposals due by April 21, 2022. The procurement involves specialized security infrastructure work, specifically requiring vendors to provide and install two detention doors within housing unit facilities. Potential bidders must demonstrate expertise in security door installation, particularly in institutional settings, and possess appropriate certifications and licensing for correctional facility construction. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, contractors will likely be assessed on technical capability, compliance with specifications, installation expertise, and potential cost-effectiveness. The relatively short procurement timeline suggests an expedited selection process, with approximately three weeks allocated between posting and proposal submission deadline.

The contract opportunity does not specify explicit set-aside designations or specific restrictions on respondent organizations. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors for this specific project. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors with appropriate security infrastructure installation capabilities. While no specific budget range is mentioned, detention door installations in institutional settings typically range from $5,000 to $25,000 per unit, depending on security specifications and complexity. Potential bidders should anticipate providing comprehensive documentation demonstrating technical proficiency, relevant experience in correctional facility modifications, and compliance with District of Columbia procurement regulations. Interested contractors should carefully review all technical specifications and be prepared to provide detailed installation plans, security compliance documentation, and proof of relevant institutional construction experience.