Fire Protection System Inspection & Testing Services, Water Based

The Pinellas County School District is soliciting sealed electronic bids for Fire Protection System Inspection & Testing Services for water-based fire protection systems across its facilities. The procurement, identified as ITB #24-CR-027, seeks a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive quarterly and annual inspections of fire sprinkler systems, risers, fire hydrants, and fire pumps at 102 district locations. Bidders must hold a current Fire Protection System Contractor License II and be certified by the State Fire Marshal, with requirements including full-time employees possessing valid inspector certificates. The contract will run from January 28, 2025, to January 27, 2027, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Electronic bids are due by 3:00 pm on December 18, 2024, through the district's OpenGov Procurement portal, with all submissions required to comply with NFPA 25 standards, State Fire Marshal Rules, Florida Statutes, OSHA, and Florida Building Code. Contractors must provide written inspection reports within 10 working days of each service, obtain site administrator signatures, and maintain professional conduct throughout the engagement.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses, though it does require contractors to comply with E-Verify participation and drug-free workplace certification. Bidders must demonstrate five years of continuous business experience and provide comprehensive documentation including insurance certificates and background screening compliance. The insurance specifications mandate specific coverage levels, with general liability insurance requirements varying based on contract value, ranging from $1,000,000 per occurrence for smaller projects to $5,000,000 general aggregate for projects over $500,000. The estimated annual contract value is approximately $75,000, though the district notes that actual purchases may vary. Contractors will be responsible for providing all necessary equipment, tools, and trained personnel, with work primarily conducted during normal business hours (7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday) and provisions for emergency and after-hours responses. The district will consider pricing established by the State of Florida Department of Management Services and reserves the right to evaluate bids comprehensively.