L042--Fire Alarm System Inspection Service Contract

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 6 is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive fire alarm system inspection and maintenance services for the Fayetteville Veterans Affairs Coastal Health Care System. The solicitation (RFQ 36C24624Q0749) requires a contractor with NICET-certified technicians, specifically two Level 2 and one Level 3 certified professionals, to conduct quarterly and annual inspections of fire alarm and suppression systems across multiple buildings. Key contract requirements include performing detailed inspections of supervisory signal devices, water flow devices, detectors, notification systems, and fire suppression equipment, with a mandate to complete initial inspections and reports within 60 calendar days of contract award. The contractor must be able to respond to service calls within 24 hours, with critical emergencies requiring a 4-hour response time. The solicitation is due on June 6, 2025, at 10:00 EDT, with evaluation likely focusing on technical capability, compliance with NFPA and Joint Commission standards, and ability to minimize disruption to medical center operations.

The contract is not set aside for any specific group and will be awarded under NAICS category 541990 for Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. The primary performance location is 2300 Ramsey Street in Fayetteville, NC 28301, with a base contract period from June 9, 2025, to June 8, 2026, and four optional one-year extension periods potentially extending the contract through June 8, 2030. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the contract covers comprehensive fire safety services for multiple buildings including main facilities, Community Living Centers, and outlying structures. The solicitation includes provisions for emergency services and requires detailed documentation for each Element of Performance. Potential bidders should note the critical nature of the work, which involves maintaining fire safety systems in an active medical healthcare environment, with a primary focus on ensuring patient safety and minimizing operational disruptions.