Fieldhouse Fire Alarm System Replacement

The University Facilities Management office at Montana State University is seeking a qualified contractor to completely replace the fire‑alarm system in the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse. The scope includes demolition of the existing Simplex system, installation of a new EST‑4 voice‑evacuation fire‑alarm network with addressable devices, new wiring, conduit, power panels, battery backup, and integration with existing building systems (elevator recall, HVAC shutdown, sprinkler monitoring). The contractor must also provide testing, commissioning, training, operation‑and‑maintenance manuals, and coordinate demolition, wall patching, and interior painting. • Full removal of the legacy fire‑alarm hardware and installation of a new addressable, voice‑only evacuation system (EST‑4). • New low‑voltage conduit, wiring, NAC panels, lockable red breakers, and battery‑backup sized to 24‑hour standby/15‑minute alarm requirements. • Coordination with MSU fire‑tech, elevator, HVAC, and sprinkler crews; fire‑watch required during critical phases; compliance with IBC 2021, NFPA 72 2019, NEC 2020, and state prevailing‑wage rules. • Project must be completed within 365 consecutive calendar days from the notice to proceed, with required 10 % bid security (for bids ≥ $150 k) and 100 % performance and labor‑and‑material bonds.