85027B0008 - HH112CGIU Keener Building - Charles Gay Annex Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting Upgrade

The New York City Department of Design and Construction is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the upgrade and replacement of the fire alarm system and emergency lighting system at the Keener Building Charles Gay Annex, located at 64 Sunken Garden Loop in Manhattan. This project requires the installation of fire detection and alarm components, including loudspeaker stations with visual warning signals and manual fire alarm stations, utilizing a proprietary NOTIFIER fire alarm system. The scope also includes the installation of rigid steel conduit for power and signal systems and must comply with UL, NEMA, and NFPA 70 standards. All work must adhere to the 2025 NYC Agency Citywide Renovation and New Construction Project Labor Agreement, community hiring requirements, and M/WBE participation goals. Bidders must be determined responsible under Procurement Policy Board Rules and meet special experience requirements, including the completion of at least three similar projects within the last five years. Submissions must be made electronically via the PASSPort portal, with a final bid opening date of September 23, 2026. Required documentation includes a detailed M/WBE Utilization Plan, a BIDS form identifying subcontractors, and resumes for key personnel such as the project superintendent. Bid security is mandatory for bids of $1,000,000 or more, and performance and payment bonds are required for contracts valued at $1,500,000 or more. All materials must be new, ENERGY STAR labeled where applicable, and delivered in original manufacturer packaging.