D--MS SANDHILL CRANE NWR IDS/FS INSTALL

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 140F1S26Q0026. It is effective 02/26/2026.

• Item 9A: Amendment of Solicitation Number is 140F1S26Q0026.

• Item 9B: Dated 02/26/2026.

• Item 11: This item applies to amendments of solicitations. The solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of offers is extended. Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• The deadline for receipt of offers has been extended. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks proposals for the purchase and installation of an Underwriters Laboratory (UL) listed Intrusion Detection System (IDS) at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge in Gautier, MS. The system must include a panel with expansion capabilities, tamper notification, remote monitoring, and remote annunciation via standard internet protocol-based communications.

• Installation and full functionality of a UL-listed Intrusion Detection System (IDS).

• System hardware (panel) must be a model listed in the Statement of Work (SOW) or an approved equivalent.

• Capability for expansion with modules.

• Panel tamper notification.

• Remote monitoring and annunciation via standard internet protocol-based communications.

• Authorized dealer letter from the manufacturer.

• Battery backup (7 AMP hour) for a minimum of 4 hours.

• End-user training (minimum 2 hours) for facility staff.

• Removal and disposal of all prior IDS and Fire detection hardware.

• System panels authorized: Bosch model 9512G series or DMP model XR150. Proprietary panels are not accepted.

• Specific sensor types required: magnetic contacts (recessed), passive infrared (PIR) motion detectors, double door contacts, panic buttons, and wireless panic key fobs.

• New components only; used, repurposed, or refurbished equipment is not authorized.

• The system must be capable of transmitting, receiving, processing, forwarding, and storing digital information across system boundaries utilizing IPv6 formatting, and must interoperate with IPv4 systems.

• The system must be capable of being programmed to auto-arm daily (TBD).

• The Government contemplates award of a firm-fixed price contract.

• Quotes will be valid for at least 60 days from the date specified for receipt of quotations.

• Questions due: Friday, March 6, 2026, 12:00 PM EST via email to melissa_niemi@fws.gov.

• Site visits: Monday, March 2, 2026 through Thursday, March 5, 2026. Schedule via email to melissa_niemi@fws.gov.

• Quotes due: Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:00 PM EST via email to melissa_niemi@fws.gov.

• Technical proposals in two volumes (Volume I - Technical, Volume II - Price), not exceeding 15 pages (excluding cover page, appendix, or separate pricing volume).

• Evaluation Factors: Technical Approach (Factor 1), Past Performance (Factor 2), and Price (Factor 3).

• Non-pricing factors are more important than price.

• The document indicates it "IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE" in block 4.

• The document references an attached Statement of Work (SOW) for additional details.

• The Government may choose to contract with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) - Federal Protective Service (FPS) for monitoring services. If so, a DHS MegaCenter Alarm Requirements 2023 (MAR) package must be completed.

• Vendor should have prior experience connecting IDS systems to FPS MegaCenter via internet.

• The document includes extensive FAR and DIAR clauses, including those related to IT security, privacy, accessibility, records management, and personnel security.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the purchase and installation of an Underwriters Laboratory (UL) listed Intrusion Detection System (IDS) at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge in Gautier, MS. The system must meet specific requirements outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Purchase and installation of a UL-listed Intrusion Detection System (IDS).

• The system hardware (panel) must be of a model listed in the SOW, or an approved equivalent.

• The system must have capabilities for expansion modules, panel tamper notification, remote monitoring, and remote annunciation via standard internet protocol-based communications.

• Delivery is required within 120 Days After Award.

• Quotations must be submitted to the issuing office by 03/12/2026 at 1700 ED.

• The document references a Statement of Work (SOW) for additional details, which bidders must consult.

• The "IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE" box is checked, indicating it is not set aside for small businesses.

• This is a request for information and quotations; submitted quotations are not orders.

• The government is not obligated to pay for costs incurred in preparing a quotation.

• Bidders unable to quote should indicate so and return the form.

• Applicable Federal, State, and local taxes should be included in the quotation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the purchase and installation of an Underwriters Laboratory (UL) listed Intrusion Detection System (IDS) at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Gautier, MS. The system must be capable of expansion, panel tamper notification, remote monitoring, and remote annunciation via standard internet protocol-based communications.

• Installation and full functionality of a UL-listed Intrusion Detection System (IDS).

• System hardware (panel) must be a listed model or an approved equivalent.

• Capability for expansion with modules.

• Panel tamper notification.

• Remote monitoring and remote annunciation via standard internet protocol-based communications.

• Authorized dealer letter from the manufacturer required prior to contract award.

• System must be programmed to auto-arm daily (TBD).

• IDS control panel and associated power distribution hardware to be located in a locked, ventilated enclosure in the IT Room.

• Prior IDS and fire detection hardware to be removed and disposed of.

• Battery backup for the IDS panel (7 AMP hour battery for minimum 4 hours of backup power).

• System Panels Authorized: Bosch model 9512G series or DMP model XR150. Proprietary panels are not accepted.

• Specific sensor types required: recessed or frame-mounted magnetic contacts for doors, ceiling or wall-mounted passive infrared (PIR) motion detectors.

• Each sensor must be configured as a separate zone.

• IDS panel box must have a tamper switch.

• Cellular backup is required.

• Panic buttons and wireless panic key fobs are required.

• Offeror must provide cut sheets (specifications) for proposed system components.

• Minimum of 2 hours of end-user training to facility staff prior to acceptance.

• Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form for repair or replacement of components within one year of Substantial Completion.

• New, repurposed, or refurbished equipment is not authorized.

• The document also details a new Fire system for the HQ/VC Building and the Bunkhouse, including specific panel models (DMP XF150), pull stations, strobes, and smoke detectors, along with layout diagrams.

• Contract type is not specified, but it is an RFQ.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• The document references "ITPA REQUEST NUMBER - ITPA-FY26-17930 (SUBMITTED 12/1/2025)" and "August 14, 2025" as a date.

• Quotations must be furnished to the issuing office on or before Close of Business on 03/12/2026 1700 ED.

• Bidders must provide an authorized dealer letter from the manufacturer.

• Bidders must provide cut sheets (specifications) for proposed system components.

• Evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in this document.

• The "IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE" box is checked.

• The document includes extensive Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, covering various aspects such as cybersecurity, privacy, accessibility, records management, and personnel security. Key clauses include those related to telecommunications and video surveillance equipment (Section 889), Buy American, Service Contract Labor Standards, and electronic invoicing (IPP).

• The document also references "Information Technology Baseline Compliance Contract Guidelines" from July 2022.