SC Fire System Upgrade

The Supreme Court of the United States has a requirement for a contract for Supreme Court Building with a period of performance of a one-year base. PROJECT TITLE Fire Alarm System Upgrade, SCBG Background Established as a permanent office in 1876, the Architect is provided permanent authority for the care and maintenance of the United States Capitol based on Section 1811 of Title 2 of the United States Code. The Architect is responsible for the maintenance, operation, development and preservation of 18.4 million square feet of buildings and more than 580 acres of land throughout Capitol Hill. This includes the U.S. Capitol, House and Senate Office Buildings, the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, the Library of Congress, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS), the U.S. Botanic Garden, the Capitol Power Plant, and other facilities. The Architect also provides professional expertise with regard to the preservation of architectural and artistic elements entrusted to his care and provides recommendations concerning design, construction and maintenance of the facilities and grounds. The SCOTUS s existing fire alarm system is an Edwards EST-3 system that has reached the later stages of its service life. The system has two annunciators as well as two FireWorks stations. The EST-3 platform is no longer actively supported to the same extent as newer systems, and replacement parts, software support, and qualified service availability are becoming increasingly limited. For example, one of the existing fire alarm annunciator screens is non?functional and no longer supported by the manufacturer. Replacement parts are no longer available. To maintain a reliable, code-compliant life safety system and to support long-term operational needs, an upgrade to the Edwards EST-4 fire alarm system is required. The EST-4 platform provides enhanced processing capability, improved system diagnostics, expanded networking and integration options, and ongoing manufacturer support. Upgrading to the EST-4 system will improve overall system performance, ensure continued compliance with applicable codes and standards, and provide a sustainable solution for future facility requirements. Scope of Work The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, supervision, and services necessary to upgrade the existing Edwards EST-3 fire alarm system to a fully operational Edwards EST-4 fire alarm system. The work shall include, but is not limited to, furnishing, delivering, installing, programming, testing, and placing into service a complete EST-4 system that complies with all applicable codes, standards, and manufacturer requirements. The Scope of Work includes the procurement and installation of all required fire alarm system components, including control panels, power supplies, interface modules, network components, and associated hardware. The Contractor shall coordinate removal, replacement, or reuse of existing devices as applicable to ensure full system functionality and compatibility with the EST-4 platform. Work shall include updates, replacement, or reprogramming of annunciator panels as required to ensure proper operation, system visibility, and compliance with current code and operational requirements. The Contractor shall also integrate, reprogram, or update FireWorks graphical monitoring system, to ensure full compatibility with the new EST-4 system and accurate system representation. The Contractor shall perform all required testing, including acceptance, to demonstrate that the system functions as designed. All work shall be performed in a manner that minimizes disruption to facility operations and maintains required life safety coverage throughout the duration of the project. The contractor shall also be responsible for training on-site personnel on the new system. All associated work must be coordinated with the AOC and the Supreme Court Marshal s Office. This includes but is not restricted to any necessary shutdowns, noise producing work, inspection and testing. Applicable Policies and Standards The contractor shall comply with the following applicable documents in order to complete the scope of work outlined in the statement of work. NFPA70 - NEC National Electric Code NFPA72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code NFPA101 Life Safety Code IBC - International Building Code IFC - International Fire Code OSHA CFR 1926 OSHA CFR 1910 In addition, all work shall comply with manufacturer installation requirements, recommendations, and best practices for the Edwards EST-4 fire alarm system and associated components, including annunciator panels and FireWorks systems. The contractor shall not deviate from any of the above documents without express written approval from the contracting officer. TASKS Post Award Site Visit, Existing Conditions and As-Built Drawing Review The contractor that is awarded this requirement must visit the building to conduct a site visit to review existing conditions, verify system configuration, assess device inventory, evaluate annunciator and FireWorks system requirements, and identify any constraints that may impact installation. The Contractor shall also review all original installation (circa 2004) as?built drawings and bill of materials provided by the Government; however, it is the Contractor s responsibility to verify all existing field conditions during the mandatory site walk. Any discrepancies between the drawings and actual site conditions shall be documented and brought to the Government s attention prior to procurement or installation activities. The Contractor shall coordinate with the AOC to confirm system phasing, access requirements, and operational considerations. The visit will be coordinated by the PM/COR and CO and will take place within thirty (30) days after contract award. Equipment and Schedule Submittals The Contractor shall prepare and submit a complete equipment submittal package for review and approval prior to procurement and installation. Submittals shall include manufacturer data cut sheets, system architecture diagrams, network layouts, panel wirings, interface diagrams, annunciator updates, FireWorks system modifications, and any proposed deviations from existing configurations. A preliminary draft materials list is provided in APPENDIX C solely for reference. This list shall not be considered complete or validated. The Contractor is fully responsible for independently verifying all system requirements, existing field conditions, as?built drawings, and equipment compatibility before procuring any materials. Any purchases made without prior verification shall be at the Contractor s own risk, and no additional cost to the Government will be accepted for discrepancies arising from Contractor?failed validation. In addition to equipment and technical documentation, the Contractor shall submit a detailed phased work schedule identifying sequencing of work, anticipated system impairments, duration of outages, and areas affected. The phased work schedule shall be designed to minimize fire alarm system impairments and limit outages to the smallest practical area and shortest duration possible. All submittals, including the phased work schedule, shall be reviewed and approved in writing by the AOC prior to the start of installation activities. No installation work shall begin until written approval is received. Equipment Procurement and Delivery Upon submittal approval, the Contractor shall procure all required Edwards EST-4 equipment and associated components. The Contractor shall coordinate delivery, staging, and storage of equipment in accordance with site requirements and manufacturer recommendations. Due to limited storage capacity on-site, the contractor shall ensure that materials are delivered and directly installed. Deliveries must be coordinated to the installation site to avoid congestion and disruption. All deliveries may be required to undergo prescreening. Deliveries may be rejected unless the vehicles have been processed and x-rayed at the Off-Site Delivery Center (OSDC) located at 4700 Shepherd Parkway SW, Washington, D.C. 20032. The hours of operation are 4:30 AM until 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The facility is closed on all Federal holidays unless specifically noted. System Installation and Configuration The Contractor shall remove existing EST-3 components as required and install all EST-4 system components in accordance with approved submittals, schedule, manufacturer requirements, and applicable codes. This task includes mounting and wiring of control equipment, power supplies, network components, annunciator panels, and interfaces. The Contractor shall program and configure the system, including any required FireWorks system updates, to ensure full operational functionality. Test Plan Development, Substantial Completion Inspection and Final Acceptance Testing The Contractor shall develop a detailed fire alarm system test plan outlining testing procedures…