SAM #19GE5026Q0037

Comprehensive Replacement of Fire Alarm System at U.S. Embassy Berlin Curtius Annex

This opportunity involves a comprehensive replacement of the fire alarm system at the Curtius Annex, U.S. Embassy Berlin, managed by the U.S. Department of State Facilities Management Office. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Berlin, Facilities Management Office - Contracting Officer's Representative: Ms. Silke Schoen - OEMs and Vendors: - Hekatron (preferred manufacturer for fire alarm system components) - Products Requested: - Hekatron Integral EvoxX M fire alarm control panel (B8-SCU-C-2) - Multi-sensor detectors (MTD 533X, 208 units) - Acoustic signaling devices (143 units) - Flame detectors (FDF241-9, 6 units) - Detector bases, input/output modules, batteries, power supplies, fire protection housings, cable assemblies, and ancillary installation materials - Fire alarm cables (J-Y(ST)Y 2x2x0,8, 2500m; E30 variants) - Installation hardware (pipes, clamps, anchor bolts, cable trays, junction boxes) - Planning, design, documentation, and acceptance services - Services Requested: - Removal of existing fire alarm system and setup of temporary system - Installation, commissioning, and testing of new fire alarm system - Preparation of installer and operator documentation - Construction consultation and support during expert acceptance inspection - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must comply with German standards DIN 0833-2 and DIN 14675 - All materials and installation must meet Department of State standards and local codes - Coverage must extend to workshop area, previously not served - Defense Base Act insurance required for U.S. personnel - Hekatron is specified as the preferred OEM for key components - Quantities range from single units to hundreds, highlighting a large-scale installation - Temporary system setup required during transition - Comprehensive project scope includes planning, design, installation, and final acceptance

Description

The Contractor shall replace the current, outdated fire panel and alarm system in its entirety, including the existing malfunctioning system, and shall extend coverage to include the workshop area of the building, which is not currently served by the system. The present system is outdated and has reached the end of its service life.

The new system must be compatible with existing building infrastructure and any future planned upgrades.  All materials and installations must conform to Department of State (DoS) standards and applicable local building codes.  The new system shall match or exceed the performance of the existing system to ensure seamless integration and long-term reliability.

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