UNC Pembroke

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is soliciting bids for the replacement of fire alarm panels across six campus buildings: Lowry, Locklear, Moore, Oxendine, UC, and Pinchback. This procurement involves the removal of existing outdated fire alarm control panels and the installation of new compatible systems that meet current fire safety codes and regulatory requirements. Key deliverables include the complete installation of new fire alarm control panels, removal of existing equipment, system testing, and commissioning to ensure full operational compliance across all residential and academic facilities. The primary objectives are to upgrade the fire detection and alarm systems to enhance campus safety and ensure adherence to applicable North Carolina building codes for educational institutions. Contractors must be properly licensed and insured for fire alarm system work in North Carolina and should demonstrate substantial experience with institutional-scale fire alarm panel replacement projects. The bid due date is February 17, 2026, with the posting date of January 23, 2026. The specification document contains additional details regarding response dates, site visit schedules, and bidders' meetings that contractors must follow for proper participation and submission protocols.

The specification document does not explicitly identify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendors within the provided materials. No specific existing technology integration requirements or compatibility standards with current infrastructure are detailed in the summary. Similarly, no award value or budget range is specified in the available documentation. Contractors should note that pricing terms, payment schedules, and contract duration will be negotiated directly between UNCP and the selected contractor. The project is funded through UNCP's capital improvement budget allocated for facility upgrades and safety system enhancements, suggesting adequate resources are available for this infrastructure upgrade. Interested bidders should obtain the complete project specification document for comprehensive requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions.