PA-JOHN HEINZ NWR-REPLACEMENT OF IDS

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a contract to provide a replacement Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) at Tinicum, Philadelphia, PA.

• Replacement Intrusion Detection System (IDS)

• Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)

• Detailed requirements are available in the attached Instructions to Offerors and Statement of Work (SOW).

• Period of Performance: 07/07/2026 to 07/06/2027.

• Quotations must be submitted to the issuing office (Block 5a) on or before the close of business on 07/01/2026.

• The document states that this is a request for information and quotations furnished are not offers.

• Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotation must be completed by the quoter.

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

• The document is a Standard Form 18 (Rev. 6/1995).

• Additional provisions and representations are not attached.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is for the replacement of an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in Philadelphia, PA. The contract will be firm-fixed price.

• Installation and full functionality of an Underwriters Laboratory (UL) listed IDS.

• System hardware (panel) must be a listed model (or equivalent approved) with expansion capabilities, panel tamper notification, remote monitoring, and remote annunciation via standard internet protocol-based communications.

• Components must be new; used, repurposed, or refurbished equipment is not authorized.

• A minimum of 2 hours of end-user training to facility staff is required.

• A one-year manufacturer's warranty for repair or replacement of intrusion detection devices and equipment that fail in materials or workmanship.

• Specific authorized Bosch (9512G series) or DMP (XR150) panels are required; proprietary panels are not accepted.

• The system must incorporate a 7 AMP hour battery backup for a minimum of 4 hours of power.

• IPv6 compliance is required for all IT products and services.

• Compliance with Department of the Interior (DOI) Information Technology Baseline Compliance Contract Guidelines is required.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.

• Period of Performance: 07/07/2026 to 07/06/2027.

• Questions due: Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.

• Quotes due: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 5:00 PM EST via email to melissa_niemi@ios.doi.gov.

• Quotes must be valid for at least 60 days.

• Technical proposals must be submitted in two volumes: Volume I - Technical (Factors 1 & 2) and Volume II - Price (Factor 3).

• Volume I must include cover page, descriptive literature, and demonstrate past performance and experience.

• Volume II must include the cost of requested services, equipment, and installation.

• Evaluation will be based on Factor 1 (Technical Approach), Factor 2 (Past Performance), and Factor 3 (Price). Non-price factors are more important than price.

• Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose quote is most advantageous to the Government.

• The solicitation is not a small business set-aside.

• Offerors must provide an authorized dealer letter from the manufacturer prior to contract award.

• The attached "Instructions to Offerors" and "Statement of Work (SOW)" provide additional details.

• The Government may conduct discussions if deemed necessary.

• The Government reserves the right to reject any or all quotes.