26-008V Fire System Inspection Services

Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District (SCUCISD) is soliciting proposals for comprehensive fire system inspection services across its facilities located in northeast Bexar County and southwest Guadalupe County, Texas. The Request for Proposal (RFP) 26-008V seeks qualified vendors to provide annual inspections for 28 fire alarm systems, approximately 1,301 fire extinguishers, and fire sprinkler systems at 19 facilities. Vendors must comply with NFPA 72 and NFPA 25 standards and demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in fire system inspections, with preference given to those with ten years of experience. The proposal submission deadline is January 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM via the Euna Bonfire bidding platform, with optional site visits possible through January 14, 2026. Evaluation criteria will focus on best value, considering factors beyond just pricing, and the contract period will run from March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2027, with potential for up to four one-year renewals. Vendors must provide all applicable licenses, certifications, and complete documentation, and all inspection and repair work must be conducted outside regular school hours.

The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. All inspection work must be completed during summer months, weekends, or holidays, with vendors responsible for all travel time and associated costs. Contractors are required to maintain specific insurance coverages, including workers' compensation with $100,000 employer's liability, general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and $2,000,000 for property damage, and automobile liability of $100,000 per occurrence. The district reserves the right to award to one or multiple vendors and to modify or terminate the contract at any time. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the inspection services across nearly 20 facilities suggests a substantial contract value. SCUCISD will require the contractor to name the district as an additional insured on general liability policies, and all proposal preparation costs will be borne by the vendors themselves.