Sources Sought for SSA HQ Specialized Fire Protection Systems Inspection, Testi

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is seeking sources for specialized fire protection systems inspection, testing, and maintenance services at their headquarters facility in Baltimore, Maryland. This pre-solicitation notice invites qualified contractors to express interest in providing these critical safety services. The procurement falls under NAICS code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) and PSC code J012 (Maintenance/Repair/Rebuild of Equipment—Fire Control Equipment), indicating the specialized nature of the work required. While the specific evaluation criteria have not been detailed in this sources sought notice, interested parties should anticipate that technical qualifications, relevant experience with fire protection systems, and the ability to perform work at a federal facility will be significant factors. The due date for submitting responses to this sources sought notice is March 18, 2026, providing interested contractors approximately three weeks to demonstrate their capability and interest in this opportunity.

This pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation for small businesses or other designated categories. The notice does not identify any incumbent contractor or provide estimated award values or budget ranges at this stage. Similarly, specific numerical details regarding the scope of work, frequency of inspections and testing, or the duration of the service contract are not included in this sources sought announcement. Contractors responding to this notice should be prepared to provide detailed information about their experience with fire protection systems, their technical capabilities, and their ability to service specialized equipment at a federal headquarters location. The responses received during this sources sought phase will likely inform the formal solicitation that is expected to follow.