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Presolicitation- FCI Safford- Install Carbon Monoxide Detection System
FAO
Solicitation 15BBNF26Q60900001·SAM.gov
- Posted
- August 11, 2026
- Closed
- August 14, 2026, 11:00 AM MST
Sam's plain-English summary
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (buying through FAO) is seeking bids to install a carbon monoxide detection system at FCI Safford. This is a presolicitation notice, meaning formal bidding documents have not yet been released. The submission deadline is August 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM UTC. The solicitation does not specify bonding or insurance requirements at this stage, but these may be detailed in the full solicitation when it is released. Common reasons bids get disqualified on federal contracts include: failing to meet technical specifications, missing required certifications or licenses, submitting after the deadline, inadequate past performance documentation, and failure to comply with small business or other eligibility requirements if applicable.
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Scope
This contract requires a prime contractor to design, supply, install, integrate, test, and commission a Carbon Monoxide (CO) detection system at Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Safford, 1529 W. US HWY 366, Safford, AZ 85546, fully interfaced with the facility's existing Edwards EST3 fire detection and alarm system. The work includes all labor, materials, equipment, tools, supervision, and warranties, and must comply with NFPA, IBC, Life Safety Code, OSHA, and American Correctional Association Standards.
Key dates
- Closed
- August 14, 2026, 11:00 AM MST
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