Holman Stadium Fire Suppression System Replacement

The City of Nashua, located in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, is soliciting bids for the Holman Stadium Fire Suppression System Replacement project through an Invitation for Bid (IFB0406-100925). The procurement involves the complete design and installation of a new automatic fire sprinkler and alarm system, which will replace the existing system at Holman Stadium. Key project requirements include adherence to NFPA-13, NFPA-72, NFPA-70, and other applicable state and local codes, with a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for September 25, 2025, at 11:30 am at the stadium location. Bidders must provide a comprehensive solution that includes removing the 2001-installed fire suppression system and installing a new dry sprinkler system with a nitrogen generator to prevent internal pipe corrosion. The project timeline mandates substantial completion by April 15, 2026, and final completion by May 1, 2026, with liquidated damages of $250 per working day for delays beyond these dates. Contractors must use specific piping materials, including schedule 40 black pipe with cast iron fittings for pipes 2" and smaller, and schedule 10 galvanized pipe with victaulic fittings for pipes 2 1/2" and larger. Bid submissions are due on October 9, 2025, at 1:00 pm.

The contract requires contractors to have at least five years of experience in fire suppression system installation and will necessitate a performance and payment bond representing 100% of the contract work. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, contractors must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary for proper project execution, including obtaining permits, providing insurance, and performing required inspections. The procurement does not specify an incumbent vendor or existing technology requiring integration. The project involves a comprehensive replacement of the fire suppression infrastructure at Holman Stadium, which suggests a significant investment in municipal safety infrastructure. Although a precise budget range is not explicitly stated, the detailed technical requirements and comprehensive scope indicate a substantial capital investment for the fire suppression system replacement. Interested contractors must demonstrate technical competence, relevant experience, and the capability to complete the project within the specified timeline and technical specifications.