Gavilan College Fire Alarm Upgrades Project

The Gavilan Joint Community College District is soliciting bids for the Fire Alarm Upgrades Project (Bid #MX26-003), which involves the complete replacement of existing Edwards EST3 fire alarm control panels and remote annunciators with new Edwards EST4 equipment. This work will be performed across three locations: the Gilroy, Coyote Valley, and San Martin campuses. The contractor is responsible for providing all labor, materials, equipment, programming, testing, and documentation to ensure a fully operational system. While new batteries and panels are required, existing initiating devices, notification appliances, and wiring will be retained if they are compatible and serviceable. The project must be completed within 60 calendar days, with mobilization anticipated to begin on December 16, 2026, and completion by February 14, 2027. The contract will be awarded as a lump sum to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Mandatory requirements for eligibility include attendance at the job walk on November 10, 2026, and proof of DIR registration for projects exceeding 25,000 dollars. Contractors must comply with the Davis-Bacon Act and prevailing wage requirements, provide performance and payment bonds, and submit a Drug-Free Workplace Certification. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PlanetBids portal by November 23, 2026, and must include a signed bid form, noncollusion declaration, and workers compensation certification. All work must strictly adhere to the plans and specifications prepared by P2S Engineering.