ITB SPBN253101 Inspect & Certify Fire Protection System, B149, B156, B162 (Otis ANGB)

The Massachusetts Military Division's 102d Intelligence Wing is seeking a licensed professional contractor to inspect and certify fire protection systems at Otis Air National Guard Base, specifically for three facilities: B149 (10,300 sq ft office/medical facility), B156 (26,000 sq ft maintenance facility), and B162 (27,100 sq ft communications facility). This Invitation to Bid (ITB SPBN253101) requires the selected contractor to perform comprehensive inspections of internal fire suppression systems, providing detailed inspection reports that highlight any deficiencies and recommend corrective actions in accordance with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 3-601-02. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 11, 2025, at 10:00am, with contractors required to arrive at the Bourne Gate by 9:30am. Electronic bids must be submitted via COMMBUYS by June 18, 2025, at 10:00am, with the contract expected to commence on June 23, 2025. The procurement will be executed as a Fee For Service contract, with bidders required to submit a lump sum bid on company letterhead covering all labor, tools, and equipment necessary for the project. Contractors must follow State, Federal, and local installation codes while ensuring 99 percent overall system reliability during potential fire events.

The contract includes specific workforce utilization requirements, mandating 15.3% minority and 6.9% women workforce participation. Contractors must provide liability insurance naming the Commonwealth as an additional insured and ensure all employees have completed a 10-hour OSHA construction safety and health course. Technicians must be certified at specific levels (such as NICET Level II or III) for fire protection system categories. The procurement encourages participation from certified minority, women-owned, small, or disadvantaged businesses, with potential preferential consideration. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract emphasizes integration with existing military infrastructure and adherence to evolving environmental requirements, such as phasing out per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in foam concentrates. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the comprehensive nature of the inspection and certification work across three facilities suggests a substantial contract value. Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) will be used for progress payments, with the Massachusetts Military Division operating as a tax-exempt entity.