Fire Alarm Upgrades - City Hall/DPF

This contract calls for a complete upgrade of the addressable fire‑alarm and mass‑notification system at Worcester City Hall, including demolition of existing equipment, installation of new panels, annunciators, detectors, a bi‑directional antenna DAS, conduit, wiring, fire‑rated enclosures, and associated painting and finishing work. The City requires DCAMM electrical certification, full compliance with NFPA 72, prevailing‑wage statutes, and weekly certified‑payroll reporting. The project is a lump‑sum sealed‑bid with a 120‑day performance period and includes strict asbestos‑notification procedures. • Full replacement of fire‑alarm hardware (control panels, devices, speakers, strobes, BDA system). • Required coordination with city departments, permitting, and strict safety/environmental controls. • Awarded to M.L. Schmidt, Inc. on a lump‑sum basis; bid amount was the lowest at roughly $416 k.