UNSPSC 46191504: Flame detectors

UNSPSC 46191504 Flame detectors — a Commodity code — captures state and local procurement for fire alarm inspection, testing, maintenance, and system replacement work across institutional facilities, as well as associated detection equipment and monitoring services. The work being solicited includes annual fire alarm inspections mandated by NFPA-72, quarterly and annual sprinkler system testing, smoke detector and flame detection device replacement, 24/7 alarm monitoring with dispatch coordination, emergency response protocols, and full fire protection system lifecycle services from installation through long-term maintenance. Issuing bodies span county sheriff and corrections departments (Collin County Jail, Clay County Jail), municipal fire departments and parks-and-recreation authorities (City of Arlington Parks Department, City of Doral, City of Palo Alto, City of Phoenix Convention Center), school districts (Stephens County Schools, Bibb County Schools, Hillsborough County Public Schools), transit authorities (Orange County Transportation Authority), utility districts (Eugene Water & Electric Board), colleges (Maricopa County Community College District), and county facilities management divisions (Marion County, Broward County, Sarasota County Fire Department). Recent activity shows repeat procurement by Florida municipalities and counties, which dominate the solicitation volume.

Geographic concentration is heaviest in Texas, Florida, California, and Georgia, with secondary activity across Arizona, Oregon, and Washington. Representative recent opportunities include Collin County, Texas IFB 2026-389 for Tyco Raven sprinkler head replacement in a county jail (sealed bids due November 19, 2026, estimated cost $150,000); City of Arlington, Texas RFP for annual fire and security alarm monitoring services covering 43 security and 17 fire alarm systems (proposals due October 29, 2026); City of Doral ITB 2026-21 for fire alarm monitoring, inspection, maintenance, and repairs at 16 city facilities with a three-year initial term and optional two one-year renewals (sealed bids due September 2, 2026, five-year inspection history); Bibb County School District RFP 26-042 for fire alarm inspections across 49 school facilities with NICET certification requirements (proposals due June 1, 2026, four-year term with annual renewals); and Marion County, Florida ITB 26B-092 for quarterly and annual fire sprinkler and pump inspections at 49 county facilities (sealed bids due June 11, 2026, two-year term with two optional two-year renewals). Prevailing wage applies to select procurements; DBE and CBE set-asides or participation goals appear in Florida and Georgia opportunities. Professional licensure, manufacturer certification, NFPA-standard compliance, and comprehensive insurance (commercial general liability, workers compensation, and specialized fire protection coverage) are standard qualifications across all opportunities.