H112--Durham VAMC Fire Extinguisher Inspection and Repair Services

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 6 is seeking fire extinguisher inspection and repair services for the Durham VAMC. The solicitation requires a contractor to perform monthly inspections and maintenance of various fire extinguishers, semi-annual fire suppression services for seven kitchen suppression systems, quarterly cleaning and inspection of kitchen hoods and exhaust systems, and monthly hood filter cleaning. Contractors must demonstrate at least three years of experience in fire extinguisher inspection and repair services and provide proof of insurance and business licenses. The contract will be awarded on a best-value basis, considering technical approach, past performance, and price, with an evaluation that includes performance monitoring through a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP). Quotes are due by February 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for February 3, 2025.

The contract is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses under NAICS category 561790, with a size standard of $9 million. The period of performance includes one base year from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026, with three additional one-year option periods available. Contractors will be required to maintain electronic records of all maintenance procedures using a barcode system and submit monthly billing. The performance requirements include strict compliance metrics, such as 100% adherence to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements, 98% compliance with response time standards, and 95% parts availability. Wage rates will be governed by the Department of Labor Wage Determination No. 2015-4375, with minimum hourly rates established under Executive Order 14026 and additional benefits including health and welfare payments, paid vacation, and 11 paid holidays annually.