Fire Suppression, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid, AED, and Related Services

The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) #3597-6 for comprehensive Fire Suppression, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid, AED, and Related Services across its Gateway Community College campuses in Phoenix, Arizona. The procurement seeks one or more service providers to perform district-wide fire and life safety services, including quarterly first aid kit inspections, annual AED inspections, fire extinguisher testing and maintenance, emergency light and battery backup checks, and fire suppression system evaluations. Bidders must have a physical office in Arizona and provide a single point of contact for scheduling and billing. The proposal submission deadline is 3:00 P.M. Arizona Local Time on November 21, 2025, with site walks scheduled between October 27-31, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical capabilities, past performance, responsiveness to requirements, and pricing, with a strategic emphasis on finding a vendor capable of providing comprehensive, high-quality services. The contract is structured as a one-year agreement with potential for up to four one-year extensions, creating a total possible contract term of five years.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Bidders are required to access proposal documents through the MCCCD Procurement Portal hosted by Bonfire, necessitating vendor registration to obtain complete solicitation materials. The district has acknowledged financial constraints due to reduced state funding and decreased student enrollment, indicating a preference for vendors who can offer value-added services that might help offset budgetary challenges. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documents, the district is seeking comprehensive fire and life safety services across five Gateway Community College campuses. Proposers must submit detailed pricing schedules, professional references, and demonstrate their capability to perform specified services across multiple locations. The procurement approach suggests MCCCD is seeking a strategic partnership with a vendor that can provide reliable, cost-effective fire and life safety services while understanding the institution's financial limitations.