Description
This RFQ seeks a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive central‑station monitoring, fire alarm, security alarm, and generator alarm services for a wide array of Palm Beach County facilities, including detention centers, schools, parks, courthouses, and specialized county buildings. The contract is a term agreement covering installation, ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and compliance with ANSI, NFPA, and all applicable federal, state, and local safety codes. Vendors must be registered in the County’s Vendor Self‑Service system, demonstrate capability to manage subcontractors, and meet strict non‑discrimination, drug‑free workplace, and public‑records requirements. Small Business (SBE) participation and local‑preference discounts (5% for Palm Beach County or Glades businesses) are encouraged. The award will be made to an SBE‑certified vendor whose responsive quote is within 10% of the lowest price, provided all certifications and schedules are submitted.
• Scope: Installation, 24/7 monitoring, testing, and maintenance of fire, security, and generator alarm systems across >50 county sites.
• Compliance: ANSI, NFPA, OSHA, ADA, Florida statutes, and County nondiscrimination policies.
• Mandatory vendor registration in VSS; all subcontractors must also be registered.
• Submission deadline: 4:00 PM, 11 Nov 2026 (electronic or fax).
• Questions due: 4:00 PM, 4 Nov 2026.
• Preference: 5% discount for local/Glades businesses; SBE award criteria.
• Required certifications: Drug‑free workplace, human trafficking affidavit, DEI prohibition, federal debarment certifications, etc.
• Evaluation based on price, responsiveness, SBE status, and compliance.