Police Department Administration Building Automation System Improvements

The City of Bloomington, Illinois, located in McLean County, is seeking sealed proposals for RFP #2023-11, a Police Department Administration Building Automation System (BAS) Improvements project. The procurement offers two implementation options: Option A involves a complete BAS upgrade utilizing Open Protocol Direct Digital Controls based on the Niagara N4 Framework, while Option B focuses on improvements to the existing Johnson Controls Metasys System. The project requires comprehensive design, installation, calibration, activation, and staff training for upgrading the multi-level police administration building's automation system originally constructed in 1996. Key deliverables include repairs and replacements of control components for exhaust fans, boilers, fin tube coils, VAV boxes, and other mechanical systems, with an emphasis on creating an open, interoperable system supporting multi-vendor integration, secure web access, and direct programmability. Evaluation criteria are weighted across four areas: Respondent's Business Qualifications (40 points), Employee Qualifications (20 points), Performance History (30 points), and Project Management Experience (10 points). The proposal submission deadline is October 10, 2022, at 2:00 pm CST via the City's e-Procurement Portal, ProcureNow, with an anticipated award date of October 24, 2022, and project completion expected by April 30, 2023.

The RFP requires bidders to provide comprehensive documentation, including insurance certificates, equal opportunity plans, and workforce analysis. The City will require performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price within ten business days of award, and prevailing wage requirements are in effect. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the RFP emphasizes local preference purchasing policies and non-discrimination guidelines. The existing infrastructure involves a Johnson Controls Metasys System, which will either be upgraded or improved depending on the selected option. Payment terms are set at NET 45 days, with electronic funds transfers available for multiple payments. Although a specific budget range is not detailed in the provided documents, the comprehensive nature of the project and the requirement for advanced technological integration suggest a significant investment in modernizing the police department's building automation systems. The City will retain full ownership of all software, graphics, and engineering designs resulting from the project.