City of Bridgeport - Smoke Alarms & Combination Smoke/CO Alarms - FDB01527A (2026)
City of BridgeportCity · Bridgeport, CT- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mark Cody
- (203) 337-2061
The 30-second brief
The City of Bridgeport Department of Public Purchases seeks competitive bids for the furnishing and delivery of smoke/fire alarms and combination smoke/fire/CO alarms for the Bridgeport Fire Department's Free Smoke Alarm Program. The procurement covers a minimum of 1,000 units of 10-year battery life smoke/fire alarms and a minimum of 300 units of 10-year battery life combination smoke/fire/CO alarms, with actual quantities dependent on accepted unit pricing and delivery. Required specifications include both ionization and photoelectric sensors, 10-year sealed lithium batteries, tamper-resistant designs, test buttons, silence features, normal operation indicators, end-of-life warnings, 10-year warranties, and UL listing. Acceptable models include Universal Smoke Sensing Technology 2-in-1 #MI3050SB and Universal Security Instruments 3-in-1 #MIC3510SB. Electronic submissions are due via the OpenGov Procurement portal by 2:00 pm on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, with paper submissions accepted only under special circumstances. A question cut-off is established for Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Successful vendors must possess valid SAM, DUNS, CT, and Federal Tax ID numbers.
10-year battery life smoke/fire alarms, 10-year battery life combination smoke/fire/CO alarms, Shipping and freight
Price
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Summary
The City of Bridgeport Department of Public Purchases seeks competitive bids for the furnishing and delivery of smoke/fire alarms and combination smoke/fire/CO alarms for the Bridgeport Fire Department's Free Smoke Alarm Program.
The procurement covers a minimum of 1,000 units of 10-year battery life smoke/fire alarms and a minimum of 300 units of 10-year battery life combination smoke/fire/CO alarms, with actual quantities dependent on accepted unit pricing and delivery. Required specifications include both ionization and photoelectric sensors, 10-year sealed lithium batteries, tamper-resistant designs, test buttons, silence features, normal operation indicators, end-of-life warnings, 10-year warranties, and UL listing. Acceptable models include Universal Smoke Sensing Technology 2-in-1 #MI3050SB and Universal Security Instruments 3-in-1 #MIC3510SB. Electronic submissions are due via the OpenGov Procurement portal by 2:00 pm on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, with paper submissions accepted only under special circumstances. A question cut-off is established for Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Successful vendors must possess valid SAM, DUNS, CT, and Federal Tax ID numbers.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- 10-year battery life smoke/fire alarms
- 10-year battery life combination smoke/fire/CO alarms
- Shipping and freight
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment A - Bidder Compliance Specifications
- Federal I.D. Number or Social Security Number
- Contractor's License Number
- No Conflicts-Disclosure Form
- Contractor's Designation of Compliance Officer
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bridgeportct
- Scope location
- Bridgeport, CT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Bridgeport?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bridgeportct. For questions, contact Mark Cody.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Bridgeport in CT, 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 Mark Cody at (203) 337-2061. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 10-year battery life smoke/fire alarms, 10-year battery life combination smoke/fire/CO alarms, Shipping and freight. 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bridgeport?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bridgeport are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bridgeport regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Attachment A - Bidder Compliance Specifications, Federal I.D. Number or Social Security Number, Contractor's License Number, No Conflicts-Disclosure Form, Contractor's Designation of Compliance Office. Review the full document from City of Bridgeport for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bridgeport, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.