Sources Sought Announcement - Fire Alarm Control Panels - Pavement & Maintenance Facility, Grand Forks AFB, ND
ID: W9128F25SM012Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW071 ENDIST OMAHAOMAHA, NE, 68102-4901, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (N063)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c4fa9f66bda14ae59a0e37b095792ada/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, is conducting a Sources Sought announcement to identify potential suppliers for Monaco brand fire alarm control panels for the construction of a Pavement and Maintenance Facility at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. The procurement aims to gather market information to determine the best approach for acquiring these fire alarm systems, which are critical for ensuring safety and compliance within the facility, with an estimated construction budget ranging from $25 million to $100 million. This initiative is part of a broader effort to standardize fire alarm systems across multiple locations, thereby reducing training costs and operational inefficiencies. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities statements by 12:00 p.m. Central Time on February 14, 2025, to Scott Dwyer at Scott.Dwyer@usace.army.mil, adhering to specified guidelines to protect proprietary information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Scott Dwyer
    (402) 995-2584
    Scott.Dwyer@usace.army.mil
    Jessica R. Jackson
    jessica.r.jackson@usace.army.mil
    Files
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    Sources-Sought-Technical-Description-Fire-Alarm-Control-Panels_PM-Facility-GFAFB_17JAN2025.pdf
    The US Army Corps of Engineers, Omaha District, has issued a Sources Sought notice seeking potential suppliers for Monaco brand fire alarm control panels for the construction of a Pavement and Maintenance Facility at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. This initiative aims to gather market information to determine procurement methods, with the project budget estimated between $25 million and $100 million. The construction involves building a snow barn for heavy equipment, complete with various support spaces and infrastructure improvements. Vendors are invited to demonstrate their capability to provide fire alarm control panels that comply with Air Force requirements. The government seeks solutions that minimize maintenance needs and emphasize ease of repair. Submissions should include organizational details and capability statements addressing the requested specifications. Notably, this notice is for informational purposes only, and submitting a response does not guarantee contract awards or funding. The submission deadline is February 14, 2025, and responses must adhere to specified guidelines to protect proprietary data. This Sources Sought relates to federal market research rather than a formal RFP.
    Tab 7 - Justification and Approval Fire Alarm Panels 17 Dec 21.pdf
    The Justification and Approval (J&A) document outlines the U.S. Air Force's (USAF) need for the procurement of facility fire alarm panels through a brand name approach, avoiding full and open competition for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The aim is to standardize fire alarm systems across multiple locations, significantly reducing training costs and inefficiencies associated with maintaining a diverse inventory of manufacturers. Estimated costs for facility fire alarm panel replacements over five years are approximately $14.8 million, with expected reductions of $22 million in training expenses. The J&A asserts that utilizing only specific manufacturers will enhance the expertise of technicians, decrease downtime, and streamline the entire procurement process by eliminating redundant training requirements. Market research indicated insufficient interest from other vendors, further supporting the decision for limited sourcing. The document underscores that maintaining multiple systems leads to complexity and operational inefficiency, and standardized training encourages maintenance proficiency, thereby maximizing the USAF mission performance while ensuring compliance with statutory authorities.
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