Building Management Systems

SUNY Potsdam is seeking to acquire equipment necessary to upgrade its Building Management System, specifically including a Honeywell Jace HON 9000 Controller, a Honeywell Devices HON-9000 Core 100 Device, and a Honeywell SMA HON 9100 – 18 Month Maintenance. The procurement process involves a sealed bid submission, with the bid opening scheduled for February 27, 2025. Interested bidders are encouraged to submit questions by February 14, 2025, with responses provided by February 18, 2025. All bids must be clearly marked and delivered to SUNY Potsdam’s Procurement Services by the specified deadline. The contract will be awarded for a one-year term, with the procurement limited to vendors who are licensed Honeywell dealers, and the project is located within St. Lawrence County, New York. The process emphasizes fairness, with evaluation based on lowest price and bidder responsibility, including verification of qualifications and references, and is subject to New York State laws governing procurement, non-discrimination, and responsible contracting. The solicitation incorporates comprehensive contractual clauses from SUNY’s standard contract provisions, including legal, financial, and compliance requirements such as non-collusion, lobbying law adherence, responsible bidder criteria, and adherence to state and federal laws related to employment, nondiscrimination, and procurement. The process is highly controlled, with a restricted period during which contact with SUNY personnel is limited to designated officials, and bidders must certify compliance with various statutes, including the New York State Human Rights Law, the Iran Divestment Act, and the State Finance Law. The procurement emphasizes transparency, accountability, and adherence to diversity and responsible business practices, with detailed certifications required from bidders. The scope is strictly limited to equipment purchase, with installation to be performed by SUNY Potsdam staff, and the contract is governed by New York State law, with provisions for amendments, negotiations, and SUNY’s reserved rights to reject proposals or amend the solicitation as needed.