Kenosha County Detention Center Miscellaneous Security Upgrades

Kenosha County, Wisconsin is seeking bids for comprehensive security upgrades at the Kenosha County Detention Center located at 4777 88th Avenue in Kenosha. The procurement involves three primary scopes of work: 1) Interior remodeling of the entry lobby to create a secure reception area with bullet-resistant Level III paneling, new flooring, countertops, and technological upgrades, 2) Replacement of two sallyport doors with new hollow metal steel security doors and windows, and 3) Remodeling two existing jail cells into padded cells with protective surfacing and new camera systems. The project will be constructed under a single prime contract, with the General Contractor responsible for coordinating all electrical work. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for 10/22/2025 at 10:00 AM, with background check forms due by 10/15/2025. Bids are due by 11/5/2025 at 1:00 PM, with an anticipated contract award date of 11/14/2025. Bidders must submit a 5% bid bond and will be required to provide a Payment and Performance Bond for 100% of the contract price. Qualification requirements include providing references from three firms for similar services and demonstrating at least five years of experience in general construction and remodeling.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must complete a comprehensive Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire, which requires detailed disclosure of business characteristics, contract history, certifications, legal history, and financial capacity. The total project renovation area is 2,934 square feet, with work adhering to multiple building codes including the 2015 International Building Code and Wisconsin State Energy Code. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the project involves substantial security infrastructure upgrades with complex technical specifications. The bid documents include two optional alternates: Alternate 1 for repainting the vestibule and lobby, and Alternate 2 for complete flooring replacement in those areas. Kenosha County reserves the right to award all three aspects of the base bid or only a portion of the project. Potential bidders must undergo a background check process and demonstrate the capability to integrate new security technologies with existing detention center infrastructure.