Berkeley Unified School District Thousand Oaks Elementary School Fire Alarm Upgrade Bid 2024 - 01-121204
Berkeley UnifiedSchool · Berkeley, CA- Posted
- Apr 19, 2024
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- John Calise
- (510) 644-8764
The 30-second brief
Berkeley Unified School District is soliciting bids for a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade at Thousand Oaks Elementary School under DSA Application No. 01-121204. The scope of work includes the disconnection and removal of the existing fire alarm system and the provision of a complete new networked fire alarm system, including an emergency voice alarm communication system, per District standards. Technical specifications cover basic electrical requirements, conductors and cables, grounding and bonding, seismic controls, raceways and boxes, wiring devices, and enclosed switches. The project requires coordination with the district's monitoring company (Sonitrol) for final testing. Contractors must provide a minimum one-year guarantee on all work and a three-year manufacturer's warranty on head-end equipment. The document was reviewed by the Division of the State Architect (DSA) on May 16, 2024.
Riser diagram, Point-to-point diagram, Mounting details, List of system components, Voltage drop calculations, Battery load calculations, Shop drawings, As-built drawings
Compliance with NFPA 70, Compliance with NFPA 72, DSA approval, NICET Level II certification for technicians
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Summary
Berkeley Unified School District is soliciting bids for a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade at Thousand Oaks Elementary School under DSA Application No. 01-121204.
The scope of work includes the disconnection and removal of the existing fire alarm system and the provision of a complete new networked fire alarm system, including an emergency voice alarm communication system, per District standards. Technical specifications cover basic electrical requirements, conductors and cables, grounding and bonding, seismic controls, raceways and boxes, wiring devices, and enclosed switches. The project requires coordination with the district's monitoring company (Sonitrol) for final testing. Contractors must provide a minimum one-year guarantee on all work and a three-year manufacturer's warranty on head-end equipment. The document was reviewed by the Division of the State Architect (DSA) on May 16, 2024.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Compliance with NFPA 70
- Compliance with NFPA 72
- DSA approval
- NICET Level II certification for technicians
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Riser diagram
- Point-to-point diagram
- Mounting details
- List of system components
- Voltage drop calculations
- Battery load calculations
- Shop drawings
- As-built drawings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Title Page
- Seals Page
- Table of Contents
- List of Drawings
- Technical Specifications Division 26
- Technical Specifications Division 28
- Submit to
- Berkeley, CA
- Scope location
- Berkeley, CA
- Reported agency
- Berkeley Unified School District
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Berkeley Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Berkeley, CA. For questions, contact John Calise.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Berkeley Unified in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is John Calise at (510) 644-8764. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Riser diagram, Point-to-point diagram, Mounting details, List of system components, Voltage drop calculations, Battery load calculations, Shop drawings, As-built drawings. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with NFPA 70, Compliance with NFPA 72, DSA approval, NICET Level II certification for technicians" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Berkeley Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Berkeley Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Berkeley Unified regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Title Page, Seals Page, Table of Contents, List of Drawings, Technical Specifications Division 26, Technical Specifications Division 28. Review the full document from Berkeley Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Berkeley, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.