24-224090. FMD. FireSprinklerPrevention

The California Department of General Services, Facilities Management Division (FMD) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 24-224090 for comprehensive Fire Sprinkler Preventative Maintenance services at the Ronald M. George State Office Complex located at 455 Golden Gate Avenue in San Francisco County. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to perform extensive fire protection systems maintenance, including quarterly, annual, and 5-year inspections of fire sprinkler systems, electric fire pumps, water storage tanks, two-way communication systems, smoke control systems, kitchen hood suppression systems, and fire and smoke dampers. Prospective bidders must possess valid Class C-10 Electrical Contractor and C-16 Fire Protection licenses and provide detailed professional references. A non-mandatory walk-through is scheduled for April 14, 2025, with bid submissions due by April 29, 2025, and a formal bid opening on April 30, 2025. Contractors will be evaluated based on their ability to provide comprehensive inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair services across multiple fire protection system categories, with the total contract value determined through a detailed cost sheet covering preventive maintenance, one-time services, and both foreseeable and unforeseeable repair services.

The contract includes a mandatory 3% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement, with potential additional incentives for exceeding this minimum threshold. All bidders and subcontractors must be registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and comply with prevailing wage requirements. The contract term is set for 36 months, with funding contingent on annual state budget appropriations, and the state reserves the right to cancel or modify the contract based on budgetary constraints. Bidders must provide proof of insurance and demonstrate technical capability to perform the required services. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the contract suggests a potentially significant municipal infrastructure maintenance contract. The procurement emphasizes not only technical competence but also commitment to supporting diverse business participation through the DVBE requirement.