Annual Inspection Fire Extinguishers Services

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Integrated Service Network 16 is seeking annual inspection services for fire extinguishers across four locations in Southeast Louisiana, including the main campus in New Orleans and three Community-Based Outpatient Clinics. The Sources Sought Notice targets businesses interested in performing comprehensive fire extinguisher maintenance and inspection services, with a focus on understanding market capabilities and potential vendor qualifications. Interested vendors must submit a five-page capability statement demonstrating their ability to service VA, government, or private medical facilities by March 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Standard Time. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide details about their business size, certification status, and service capabilities. The associated NAICS code is 541990 for All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services, with a size standard of $19.5 million.

The opportunity is open to various socioeconomic business categories, including Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), HUBZone firms, 8(a) businesses, small disadvantaged businesses, and women-owned businesses. The contract is structured with one base year and four option years, covering approximately 1,000 fire extinguishers across multiple facility types. Contractors will be responsible for comprehensive inspections including checking access, examining cylinder conditions, testing functionality, cleaning equipment, and creating a detailed extinguisher database. The service must be performed between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. central time, with a delivery deadline of October 31, 2025. Contractors will need to provide an operation and service manual, a detailed listing of fire extinguisher locations, and all manufacturers' warranties, while ensuring minimal disruption to VA facility operations.