Annual Inspection of Sprinklers & Extinguishers BH (MA)

The Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences is requesting bids for annual fire extinguisher and sprinkler system inspection services at the Birmingham Lab in Hoover, Alabama, with bids due September 15, 2026.

The scope covers annual inspection of 54 fire extinguishers and annual sprinkler system inspection, including parts and labor as needed at a single location: Birmingham Lab, 2026 Valleydale Road, Hoover, AL 35244. Bidders must be registered in Alabama Buys and submit responses electronically through that platform.

The contract carries a budget ceiling of $25,000 total cost. Any resulting contract may be renewed annually by written agreement of both parties for up to five years from the effective date, provided total cost does not exceed $25,000 or the five-year term is reached first. The Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences will evaluate bids against its budget and award only within available funds.

Suppliers must certify compliance with Alabama sales tax requirements and the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act. Suppliers employing workers in Alabama must enroll in the E-Verify program. The State reserves the right to request proof of qualifications, including manufacturer's reseller authorization and certificates of insurance, after bid opening. Price escalation requests may be considered if material or labor costs significantly increase, provided justification is documented and annual increases do not exceed 5% of annual contract cost.

All contracts are governed by Alabama law with sole venue in Montgomery, Alabama. The State is prohibited from indemnifying suppliers. Bidders should consult the attached Standard Terms and Conditions document (DOPQQBPV4.08.26.pdf) for full solicitation terms.