Modernization of Detention Control System and Duress Alarm System for Salem County Correctional Facility

Salem County, New Jersey, is soliciting sealed bids for the modernization of the Detention Control System and Duress Alarm System for the Salem County Correctional Facility, identified as Bid #26-13. This critical project involves upgrading and enhancing the security infrastructure within the correctional facility to ensure optimal operation, safety, and responsiveness to duress situations. The comprehensive scope of work includes the replacement, installation, and integration of modern control systems and alarm technologies, aiming to improve operational efficiency and bolster the security posture of the facility. Contractors are expected to provide a complete solution that meets all specified technical and functional requirements for a detention environment. Prospective contractors must meet stringent qualification requirements, including but not limited to, holding a valid Business Registration Certificate in New Jersey, as all contractors and subcontractors engaging with public agencies in the state are required to provide this documentation. Additionally, compliance with Affirmative Action, Contractor Registration, and other applicable New Jersey public contracting regulations is mandatory. A non-mandatory pre-proposal submission meeting will be conducted on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 10:00 am, which will include a vital facility walk-through at the Salem County Correctional Facility. While attendance is not compulsory, it is highly recommended for all interested bidders to gain a thorough understanding of the existing infrastructure and project complexities. Sealed bids for Bid #26-13 are due on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, by 11:00 am prevailing time. Submissions must be delivered to the Salem County Administration Building, 110 Fifth Street, Suite 400, Salem, New Jersey, 08079. All questions related to this bid must be submitted in writing and are due by Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 12:00 noon; no questions will be answered after this deadline. Bidders may be required to provide bid and/or performance bonds, as specified in the invitation to bid. For general inquiries, contact Stephen Hoffman at purchasing@salemcountynj.gov, UNLOCK or the Agency Contact, Jeffrey Ridgway, at JT.Ridgway@salemcountynj.gov UNLOCK or (856) 935-7510.