Fire Alarm and Voice Communication System Upgrades

Rock Valley College is seeking a contractor to upgrade fire alarm systems to voice communication across campus buildings, integrate the Alertus mass notification system, and add network bridges at two off-campus buildings.

Rock Valley College


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Nov 18, 2026 08:00 PM
Oct 28, 2026 02:00 PM
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k.kerr@rockvalleycollege.edu
3301 North Mulford Road, Rockford, IL, USA
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Description

Rock Valley College is soliciting bids to upgrade existing fire alarm systems to voice communication at the Bell School Road Center and nine main-campus buildings. Work includes modifying existing Johnson Controls/Simplex 4100ES control panels, replacing fire alarm initiating devices and cabling, installing voice notification devices, and integrating the campus Alertus mass notification system for networked audio announcements. The scope also includes adding Johnson Controls/Simplex ES-Net network bridges at the off-campus Aviation Career Education Center and Advanced Technology Center. The project includes demolition and replacement work, system programming and graphics updates, testing, and coordination of work and system outages with the College. The work must be completed by August 6, 2027. Bidders must use the portal's bid table for pricing and submit a 10% bid security. The selected contractor must provide 100% performance and payment bonds after award. The solicitation specifies Johnson Controls/Simplex equipment and requires an authorized installer with relevant experience and certified personnel.

Classification Codes
NAICS561621Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)
PSCN063Installation of Equipment: Alarm, Signal, and Security Detection Systems
Smart Codes
fire alarm system upgradesvoice evacuation systemsmass notification integration
Specifications
Supply & Service
No
Timeline
Oct 28, 2026 02:00 PM-Opportunity Open Date
Nov 05, 2026 08:00 PM-Non-Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting (optional)
Nov 09, 2026 06:00 PM-Questions Due
Nov 18, 2026 08:00 PM-Bid Submission Deadline
Nov 18, 2026 08:15 PM-Public Bid Opening (optional)
Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud; bidders may attend.
Requirements
Required
  • Workers Compensation/Employers Liability — $500,000.00
  • Commercial General Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Umbrella Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Commercial Automobile Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Builder's Risk Insurance
Required
  • Bid Bond — 10%
  • Performance Bond — 100%
  • Payment Bond — 100%
Required
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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