Nurse Call System Replacement – South Woods State Prison

The contract is for a complete replacement of the nurse‑call communications system at South Woods State Prison, encompassing demolition of existing equipment, installation of new hardware, conduit, cabling, power supplies, network devices, and full testing, programming, and training. The work must be performed by a DPMC‑classified electrical contractor (C047) or a prime contractor with a classified subcontractor, and attendance at a mandatory pre‑bid meeting is required. • Scope includes removal of existing nurse‑call devices, installation of vandal‑proof call buttons, bedside stations, control consoles, UPS‑backed power, CAT‑6 data cabling, and associated network equipment. • All conduit and wiring must be placed in rigid metal conduit (minimum ¾‑in.) in inmate‑accessible areas; EMT may be used only in secure, non‑inmate areas. • Contractor must provide construction schedules, two‑week look‑ahead updates, coordinate with prison staff for inmate escorts, meet strict security and background‑check requirements, and deliver extensive as‑built documentation, operation manuals, training DVDs, and a one‑year warranty. • Bids are submitted electronically via Bid Express with a 50 % bid bond; the contract value is estimated at roughly $225 k, and the performance period is 150 calendar days.