Lewis County - Fire Alarm Engineering Services - 2026-RFQ-040
Lewis CountyCounty · Chehalis, WA- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matt Patana
- (360) 219-5134
The 30-second brief
Lewis County is seeking a qualified engineering firm for comprehensive design and engineering services, system evaluations, and bid-ready documents for fire alarm systems across multiple facilities including the IT Building, Historic Courthouse, Health Building, and Lewis County Jail. The scope includes assessing code compliance (NFPA 72, IBC, IFC), reviewing device coverage, examining integration with HVAC, access control, and elevator controls, and providing repair, upgrade, or replacement recommendations. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Required qualifications include licensed electrical engineering in Washington State and NICET Level III or IV design certification.
Firm Qualifications (20%), Demonstrated ability to meet schedules/commitments (20%), Historical experience (10%), Jail experience (10%), Compliance and Documentation (20%), Blueprint Design/ Specification (20%)
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Summary
Lewis County is seeking a qualified engineering firm for comprehensive design and engineering services, system evaluations, and bid-ready documents for fire alarm systems across multiple facilities including the IT Building, Historic Courthouse, Health Building, and Lewis County Jail.
The scope includes assessing code compliance (NFPA 72, IBC, IFC), reviewing device coverage, examining integration with HVAC, access control, and elevator controls, and providing repair, upgrade, or replacement recommendations. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Required qualifications include licensed electrical engineering in Washington State and NICET Level III or IV design certification.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Statement of Qualifications- RFQ
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/lewiscountywa/projects/300572/document?projectId=2026-RFQ-040
- Scope location
- Chehalis, WA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Lewis County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/lewiscountywa/projects/300572/document?projectId=2026-RFQ-040. For questions, contact Matt Patana.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Lewis County in WA, 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 RFQ 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 Matt Patana at (360) 219-5134. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Firm Qualifications (20%), Demonstrated ability to meet schedules/commitments (20%), Historical experience (10%), Jail experience (10%), Compliance and Documentation (20%), Blueprint Design/ Specifica..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lewis County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lewis County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lewis County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Statement of Qualifications- RFQ. Review the full document from Lewis County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chehalis, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.