Fire, Security system, & Fire Extinguisher Inspections, Monitoring, Repair, and Maintenance

Escambia County Department of Waste Services is requesting bids for fire and security system inspections, monitoring, repair, and maintenance services, along with fire extinguisher inspections, recharging, and replacement services at three locations, with bids due August 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and a mandatory pre-bid meeting on July 30 at 9:00 a.m.

The scope covers quarterly to annual inspections of sprinkler systems, fire alarm control panels, fire pumps, hydrants, backflow preventers, and dry chemical systems; monthly monitoring of fire system panels and security alarm accounts; and as-needed repairs and maintenance services in compliance with NFPA codes and standards. Fire extinguisher services include inspections, recharging, replacement, hydro testing, and servicing of various types and sizes. Performance locations are Perdido Landfill (13009 Beulah Road, Cantonment, FL), Palafox Transfer Station (2906 North Palafox Street, Pensacola, FL), and Oak Grove Citizens Convenience Center (745 Escambia County Highway 99, McDavid, FL).

The contract term is thirty-six months from execution, with options to renew for two additional twelve-month periods up to sixty months total, subject to appropriation and mutual agreement. Award will be made on the basis of most responsive and responsible bid with lowest cost. All pricing must be submitted in electronic form with unit costs and totals for each line item; travel, equipment, labor, and additional costs are to be included within each price.

The successful bidder must execute the contract within five days of Intent to Award and provide certificates of insurance naming Escambia County as additional insured, with minimum $1,000,000 general liability per occurrence and $1,000,000 per accident for business auto liability. Bidders must submit a current Florida Certificate of Authority, W-9, occupational licenses if applicable, sworn statement regarding public entity crimes, E-Verify certification, conflict of interest form, drug-free workplace certification, and proof of insurability. Questions are due August 3, 2026.