Statewide Fire Alarm Replacements and Fire Watch at the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is seeking a construction management firm to provide services for the Statewide Fire Alarm Replacements and Fire Watch project at the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility in Corcoran, California. The project involves replacing and repairing fire detection alarm systems, fire suppression systems, and related fire and life safety improvements. The selected firm will be responsible for managing the project from the criteria phase to completion, including design-build entity selection, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases. The firm should have experience in construction project management, particularly in correctional facilities, and demonstrate expertise in areas such as schedule management, risk management, and cost estimating. Some key aspects of the project include: • Replacement of existing fire alarm and detection systems with new, code-compliant systems • Provision of network connections, pathways, conduit, and cabling for signal monitoring • Evaluation and repair of connected components such as fire/smoke dampers and fire suppression systems • Management of the construction project, including mobilization, demobilization, and coordination with contractors and facility personnel • Administration of the dispute resolution process and maintenance of accurate project cost control reports The CDCR anticipates that the construction budget for the project will be approximately $50 million, and the project is expected to last for 48 months, from fiscal year 2025/2026 to fiscal year 2029/2030.