Professional Construction Management/General Contracting Services for the Volusia County Branch Jail Air Handler and Fire Alarm Project

The County of Volusia is soliciting qualified construction‑management/general‑contracting firms to replace and upgrade the air‑handling units, fire‑suppression/dampers, smoke‑control fans, and addressable fire‑alarm system at its fully‑occupied Branch Jail in Daytona Beach. The project must be executed while the jail remains operational, requiring temporary cooling, strict security protocols, and close coordination with corrections staff. Design documents are complete; the contractor will manage demolition, installation of new chilled‑water AHUs, ductwork, coils, louvers, UL‑rated fire/smoke dampers, smoke exhaust fans, and a fiber‑optic‑linked addressable fire‑alarm system integrated with the building automation system. The award will be a 610‑day contract (or until completion) with no renewals. • Replace pod‑level chilled‑water air handling units, associated ductwork, coils, and louvers. • Install UL‑555/555S fire/smoke dampers throughout the facility. • Provide new smoke‑exhaust fans for pod‑isolated purge capability. • Upgrade to a networked, addressable fire‑alarm system with redundant fiber‑optic loops and BAS integration. • Deliver temporary cooling for occupied pods during AHU change‑outs. • Comply with NFPA, Florida Fire Prevention Code, and UL standards; manage extensive security and background‑check requirements. • Coordinate phasing, inmate movement, and on‑site safety with Corrections staff. • Contract term up to 610 days, with liquidated damages of $2,500 per day for delays.