Naval Sea Systems Command, 2531 Jefferson Davis Highway, SEA 0241N, Arlington, VA 22242-5160

12 -- ADVANCED FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM POC J. Watts, Contracting Officer, 02411, (703) 602-0204. Sources are sought by the Naval Sea Systems Command for commercially available fire detection systems that may be adapted to U. S. NAVY shipboard applications. Representative systems may be evaluated to assist in updating U.S. Navy shipboard fire detection system requirements through development of a performance specification. The system must include consist of individually addressable ionization smoke sensors, photoelectric smoke sensors, and mercury-free temperature sensors that provide analog measurements of smoke and temperature as well as visual and audible alarm notification when smoke or temperature thresholds are exceeded. The system must also contain isolation devices to protect against shorts on the sensor cabling, and devices that allow for the incorporation of other manufacturer's switches or sensors into the system. All sensors and devices must be powered and electrically supervised by a control panel. The panel must have an alphanumeric display of sensor status and alarms. The panel or display must provide the capability of easily adjusting or switching alarm thresholds for the smoke and heat sensors, and automatic logging of all alarms, events, and troubles. The control panel must have a Telecommunication Industry Association/Electronic Industries Association (TIA/EIA) standard interface for the export of information. All components of the overall fire detection system must meet applicable commercial specifications (e.g., Underwriters Laboratories (UL listed), Factory Mutual). The overall system must be a Class A, Style 6 Signaling Line Circuit (SLC) type system in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 72 (1993 edition). Desired system characteristics include analog smoke measurement in percent obscuration per foot, analog temperature measurement in degrees F, the use of flame detectors, the use of devices for controlling remote equipment (fans, sirens, etc.), and utilization of a color graphics display with display software. Additional information is also sought, if known, concerning the system's resistance to harsh environmental conditions beyond commercial specifications and how this may apply to shipboard enironments such as shock, vibrations, Electromagnetic Interference, and high temperatures. Information is also sought on measurement capabilities for analog temperature sensor readings above 120 degrees Fahrenheit and analog smoke sensor readings above 4 percent obscuration per foot. Sources are requested to submit system and component data sheets, brochures, pricing information, lists of existing shipboard or land based installations, users of the system, test reports, certifications, etc., that clearly address these stated requirements. This announcement is intended to identify potential sources of the subject equipment. Neither this announcement nor any data submitted to the Point of Contact shall be construed as a commitment of any kind. The technical point of contact for this notice is Frank Leland, NAVSEA Code 03J4, telephone (703) 602-6137 ext 545. Responses should be sent within thirty (30) days of the date of this announcement to his attention at Naval Sea Systems Command, 2531 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22242-5160. (0324)

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