Portland International Airport Fire Protection Replacements

The Portland International Airport Fire Protection Replacements project, solicitation 2026-14928, involves replacing pre-action sprinkler systems in the PDX terminal building utility tunnel and replacing various dry valves across the campus. The scope includes the installation of a complete automatic fire sprinkler system with zoning, layout, and standpipe outlets, as well as the provision of necessary hangers, supports, and anchors. All work must comply with NFPA 13, NFPA 25, the International Building Code, and specific Oregon Administrative Rules. Technical deliverables include shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and seismic calculations signed by an Oregon-registered fire suppression engineer. The project must be substantially complete within 170 days of the Notice to Proceed. The contract is awarded to the low responsive bid, with a 10% bid bond requirement. Bidders must provide a resident bidder certification and disclose first-tier subcontractors. Insurance requirements include commercial general liability of at least 2,000,000 dollars and business automobile liability of at least 5,000,000 dollars per occurrence. The contractor must adhere to prevailing wage rates for public works projects over 50,000 dollars and comply with Title VI nondiscrimination authorities. Access to the performance site is restricted to personnel with PDX security badges. Final acceptance is granted by the Port within 60 days of substantial completion, following a series of check tests and acceptance surveys.