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Nov 10, 2026
Fire alarm engineering, Lewis County, Washington
LEWIS COUNTY REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) Fire Alarm Engineering / project No. 2026-RFQ-040 Lewis County is requesting statements of qualifications (RFQ) from licensed engineering firms for fire alarm evaluation and design services, project 2026-RFQ-040, at the IT Building, Historic Courthouse, Health Building, and Lewis County Jail, and other county facilities as identified. Services include system assessment and code review, and preparation of engineer-stamped, bid-ready drawings and specifications, permitting support, and related construction-phase services. The selected firm will be asked to provide various services, including but not limited to, the following: * identify the current system types, including their manufacturers and installation dates * review device coverage, layout and overall system condition to determine remaining useful life * assess code compliance * examine integration capabilities with existing building systems, such as HVAC, access control and elevator controls provide recommendations outlining whether / how each system should be repaired, upgraded or fully replaced to meet current operational and safety requirements Submit through OpenGov (procurement portal). Free vendor registration required. Statement of Qualifications must be limited to ten (10) pages (8 1/2" x 11") and must be submitted electronically (in OpenGov). Material submitted more than this limit (cover page, additional maps, additional resumes, etc.) will not be forwarded to Lewis County’s selection committee for evaluation. Questions due 5 p.m. Pacific Time, October 27, 2026. Statements of qualifications due 2 p.m. Pacific Time, November 10, 2026. Selection is qualifications-based under chapter 39.80 RCW. Fee will be negotiated with the highest-ranked firm. Minority, women-owned, and veteran-owned firms are encouraged to submit. Contact: Matt Patana, Capital Infrastructure, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, WA 98532, 360-219-5134, matt.patana@lewiscountywa.gov. This project will be evaluated based on several key factors, including: * Firm Qualifications * Demonstrated ability to meet schedules/commitments * Historical Building experience * Jail experience * Compliance and Documentation * Blueprint Design/ Specification * References In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, Lewis County hereby notifies all respondents that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. Lewis County is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Minority, veteran and women-owned firms are encouraged to submit a response. This RFQ does not obligate the County to contract for services specified herein. The Board of Lewis County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. Publish: The Chronicle / Oct. 22 and 27, 2026 OMWBE / through Nov. 10 Closing Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026 Organization: Lewis County, Wash. Point of Contact: Capital Infrastructure Specialist Matt Patana: 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, WA 98532, 360-219-5134, matt.patana@lewiscountywa.gov.
