Fire Suppression Testing and Inspections

The Illinois Secretary of State is seeking bids for a multi-year contract to provide testing, inspection, maintenance, and repair services for fire suppression systems on the Capitol Complex and Motor Vehicle Services facilities in Springfield, Illinois. The initial contract term is for three years from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2025, with two 12-month renewal options available. The contractor will be responsible for performing annual, bi-annual, and 5-year testing and inspections of fire suppression system components such as risers, gauges, piping, sprinkler heads, valves, compressors, and other equipment in accordance with NFPA 25 standards. The contractor must have at least 5 years of experience in fire suppression testing and inspection, provide a minimum of 3 licensed technicians, and attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting. Pricing is required to be submitted as a total base bid for the initial 3-year term, as well as pricing for the two optional renewal years.

This solicitation is not subject to a small business set-aside, but there are Minority, Women, and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation goals that must be addressed in the bid. The contract was previously awarded to F.J. Murphy for a total award amount of $100,000 over the 3-year base term. The procurement was determined to be reasonable and in the best interests of the state, with only one responsive bidder.