SCI Fire & Life Safety Corrections

The Santiam Correctional Institution (SCI) Fire and Life Safety Corrections project, solicitation S-29100-00017813, is an invitation for bids issued by the Oregon Department of Corrections to address fire and life safety deficiencies identified by the State Fire Marshal. The scope of work includes the repair and replacement of specific doors and frames, installation of fire and smoke rated hardware, addition of fire and smoke dampers for existing ducts, and the installation of magnetic hold open devices connected to the fire alarm system. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder who submits the lowest total base bid, with a preference given to products manufactured in Oregon. The project timeline requires a start date within ten calendar days of the Notice to Proceed, with substantial completion due within 150 calendar days and final completion within 180 calendar days. The successful contractor must provide performance and payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract amount and comply with Oregon prevailing wage rates and Construction Contractors Board licensing requirements. Key quality standards include adherence to ANSI/SDI specifications for steel doors and frames, ADA accessibility standards, and ASHRAE energy codes. Additionally, the contract mandates a one-year warranty from the date of substantial completion and requires first-tier subcontractors to be paid within ten days of the owner's payment to the contractor. Bids must be submitted via OregonBuys by October 29, 2026.