Security Systems Maintenance and Repair Services
ID: FY25R3101005Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICOINTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICOINTERNAT BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMEl Paso, TX, 79902, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (J063)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) is seeking to procure security system maintenance and repair services, specifically targeting facilities in Mercedes, Texas, including the Mercedes Field Office, Anzalduas Dam, and Retamal Dam. The procurement aims to ensure the operational integrity of critical security systems, including Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), with a focus on maintaining high reliability and rapid response times for repairs. This opportunity is particularly significant as it underscores the federal commitment to safeguarding essential infrastructure that manages shared water resources between the United States and Mexico. Interested parties must submit their capability statements and letters of interest to Danilo Martinez at danilo.martinez@ibwc.gov by 3:00 PM MST on March 20, 2025, with an estimated contract value of $273,419.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Seone Michael Jones
    seone.jones@ibwc.gov
    Files
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    The document outlines the justification for a sole source procurement of security system maintenance services at the Lower Rio Grande Valley (LRGV) facilities, with an estimated cost of $273,419. Applied Security Technologies (AST) is identified as the only vendor capable of meeting the agency's urgent response time requirement of eight hours due to its proximity to the facilities and expertise in servicing specific security equipment, including PCAS, IDS, CCTV, and CCURE 9000 systems. The justification is underpinned by the need for security reliability and the risk posed by employing non-local vendors who would not meet the time constraints. Market research conducted through the GSA eLibrary and other resources confirmed that AST is uniquely positioned to fulfill these requirements. The document includes certifications from the requestor and contracting officer affirming the accuracy of the information and the necessity of this procurement approach, compliant with FAR regulations regarding sole source contracts.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for security system maintenance and repair services for the U.S. International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC) at three specified locations: the Mercedes Field Office, Anzalduas Dam, and Retamal Dam. The RFP is structured in a five-line item series, where the first line represents the base year of service, valid for one year from the date of award. The subsequent four lines represent optional years, allowing for contract extensions. Each line item requests one service (SV) unit, but specific costs are not provided. This RFP reflects the government's intention to maintain operational security at critical infrastructure sites over an extended period, with flexibility for future contract renewals. The focus on security maintenance underscores the importance of safeguarding facilities essential to the IBWC's mission of managing shared water resources between the United States and Mexico.
    The statement of work outlines the requirements for security system maintenance, repair, and replacement services for the United States Section of the International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC) facilities, specifically at the Mercedes Field Office, Anzalduas Dam, and Retamal Dam in Texas. The contractor is tasked with ensuring the operational integrity of various security components, including Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), CCTV, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), while upgrading the CCURE 9000 Security Management System as needed. Key responsibilities include responding to repair requests within eight hours, providing loaner equipment when necessary, and conducting annual inspections with detailed reports. The document emphasizes the contractor's role in maintaining uninterrupted service and system functionality while coordinating closely with the Security Services Division. It establishes the context for enhancing security measures at critical government locations, reflecting the federal commitment to maintaining efficient and reliable security infrastructures for public safety.
    The document is a register of wage determinations under the Service Contract Act, detailing wage rates for various occupations effective 2025 in Hidalgo County, Texas, alongside requirements from Executive Orders 14026 and 13658 regarding minimum wage rates. It specifies that contracts entered after January 30, 2022, must pay at least $17.75 per hour, while those awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, must pay at least $13.30 per hour, with annual adjustments to these rates. Additional provisions include health benefits, vacation, paid sick leave, and guidelines for classifying unlisted employee occupations.
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