Specifications include, but are not limited to: Category 1 – Fire Detection – Fire Alarm Systems The reliability of fire detection and fire alarm systems is crucial to providing safety to building occupants and protection of property. All inspection services will be performed in accordance with appropriate local, state, and federal codes. Each inspection service must test that those systems operate as designed, which minimizes the incidence of false alarms that interrupt business operations. All inspections must be conducted by certified fire detection and alarm inspection technicians. When specified, inspection services will include inspecting fire suppression system. A report of inspection findings will be prepared. Category is for installed devices and equipment including, but not limited to, all smoke detectors, heat detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, flame detectors, water flow switches, pull stations, remote annunciators, horns, strobes, fuses, lamps, LEDs, control panels, control equipment, batteries, and wiring or cabling. Inquire: Regarding any changes or modifications of the fire detection and alarm system Regarding changes in the general occupancy environment, operations and conditions relating to the fire detection and alarm system in accordance with NFPA recommended procedures Regarding the Agencies general storage and stock arrangements for combustibles in relation to fire alarm and suppression systems Inspections: Each system to determine whether it is in service and in satisfactory condition in accordance with NFPA standards Site conditions and identify any issues that could compromise the performance of mechanical and/or electronic components of the system The general condition of the fire alarm panel and related equipment Test smoke and heat detectors in accordance with manufacturer specifications Fire alarm control panels and remote fire alarm panels All annunciators and zones physically and visually, and test by tripping a detector Add meter batteries Exercise flow switches, tamper switches and low-pressure alarms Output relays and test their activation Verify, if applicable, that all signals are received by designated alarm service provider All smoke detectors for cleanliness. Clean all detectors that require cleaning in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, as applicable Operability of non-restorable heat detector circuits by simulating electrical operation at the wiring connection Test functionality of all accessible heat-actuating devices, both electrically and pneumatically in accordance with manufacturer specification. When explosive conditions are present, hot water shall be used to heat-test accessible heat actuating devices And exercise all supervised control valves and switches Additional Requirements: During testing of the fire detection system, activate outputs for the purpose of equipment shutdown, start-up, and HVAC/smoke control Tag devices as required and perform required record-updates Provide a brief written report of the inspection to Purchasing Entity, detailing any deficiencies Be sure Purchasing Entity is updated with proper operation of the equipment, as needed Category 2 – Access Control Systems – General Access Control System (TACACS) is a centralized access control system that requires users to send an ID and static (reusable) password for authentication. TACACS uses UDP port 49 (and may also use TCP). Reusable passwords are a vulnerability: the improved TACACS+ provides better password protection by allowing multifactor authentication. The Access Control Systems category includes, but is not limited to the following services: All aspects of access control system services Installation of new systems Replacement or upgrade of systems Removal of existing systems Integration of various types of systems Provide and install all related equipment and any items necessary for operation and installation of equipment such as wires and fasteners that are needed to complete work Maintenance and repair (including emergency repairs) of systems: Respond on site to trouble calls within four (4) hours, including weekends and holidays Repair personnel must carry adequate hardware inventory to replace, repair, and/or maintain each system at the time dispatched Repair personnel must be prepared to provide an immediate replacement for defective equipment and shall not remove a defective unit without an immediate replacement Replacement and repair of equipment must be provided to a specific location, or within an assigned geographical area inside a location Provide programming and work individually with each Purchasing Entity information technology staff when installing new or maintaining previously installed systems. Category 3 – Access Control Systems – High Security The Access Control Systems – High Security category includes, but is not limited to the following services: Replacement or upgrade of systems Testing, training The DCS category custom-integrates HMI /SCADA operator interfaces with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and various communication subsystems to create a single integrated security system. Custom tailor, program, and configure to remotely move and secure confined individuals in a specific detention, correctional, courts holding, mental health, or similar secure facility; generally, from a 24-hour central control room supported by distributed satellite stations.
