Fire/Life Safety Services

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Fire/Life Safety Services at State Hospital North in Orofino, Idaho. The procurement seeks a single contractor to provide comprehensive fire and life safety inspection and testing services, including detailed assessments of fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and related fire life safety equipment. The contract is structured as a fixed unit cost, indefinite quantity contract with a cost reimbursement component, with an initial term of one year and potential for up to five years of renewals upon mutual agreement. Bidders must provide fully-burdened rates for various inspection and maintenance services, with payment based on actual quantities of services provided. The bid is due by September 19, 2024, and requires contractors to comply with all relevant state and federal laws, regulations, and certifications related to fire and life safety services. Contractors must demonstrate expertise in fire safety equipment inspection, testing, and maintenance, with the ability to provide comprehensive documentation and reporting of all inspections and findings.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidder types for this contract opportunity. The procurement does not provide information about an incumbent contractor or require integration with existing infrastructure. Funding for the contract will come from the Department of Health and Welfare's budget, with contractors expected to maintain appropriate insurance coverage including commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance. The State of Idaho, the state agency, and its divisions, officers, and employees must be listed as additional insured parties. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract will be based on actual services rendered using the contractor's submitted fully-burdened rates. Contractors must provide proof of insurance coverage and maintain these policies for the entire contract duration. The procurement follows standard State of Idaho purchasing guidelines, with potential for contract renewal based on mutual agreement and satisfactory performance.