CCC Fire Alarm System Upgrades

The University of Minnesota is seeking a qualified general contractor/fire‑protection specialist to upgrade fire alarm and sprinkler systems across multiple buildings at the Como Student Community Cooperative (CSCC). The work includes replacing aging fire alarm control panels, upgrading notification appliances, modernizing sprinkler infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with current codes, FM Global standards, and university specifications. The contract is a fixed‑price lump‑sum with a total budget of $2.58 million and must be substantially complete by 28 March 2027. The project requires coordination with residential occupants, adherence to prevailing‑wage rules, and submission of extensive qualification, safety, and compliance documentation. • Scope: Replace/upgrade fire alarm panels (Simplex, Notifier), notification devices, and sprinkler systems in 10+ buildings. • Budget: $2,580,000 fixed lump sum. • Schedule: RFP issued 19 Oct 2026, pre‑proposal meeting 27 Oct 2026 (non‑mandatory), questions due 3 Nov 2026, proposal due 17 Nov 2026, award expected 27 Nov 2026, work to finish by 28 Mar 2027. • Location: 1024 27th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (CSCC). • Required documentation: Team qualifications, project approach, CPM schedule, cost breakdown, workforce/equal‑pay verification, responsible‑contractor certification, safety score ≥ 5.0. • Primary contact: Kevin Sullivan (Bid Contact).