NSU Contr. for Inspection & Certification Fire Suppr. Sys. Natch. /Shre

Northwestern State University (NSU) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for fire suppression systems service and maintenance across its Natchitoches and Shreveport campuses. The solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive annual inspections and certification of 19 fire suppression systems located in various campus buildings, with a requirement of at least one on-site inspection per system annually in strict accordance with NFPA standards. Quotes must be submitted by May 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with an optional pre-bid scope evaluation available through the NSU Physical Plant Operations Coordinator. The base bid must include one service/inspection and maintenance per fiscal year for all 20 fire suppression systems, with the contractor obligated to provide emergency call-back services. Bidders will be evaluated on their ability to meet the technical specifications, which include daily system reset and return to service after inspections, and a commitment to respond to system activations within two hours while maintaining 24/7 emergency availability.

The contract will run from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with potential renewal options for two additional 12-month periods, not to exceed a total of 36 months. The procurement is contingent on new fiscal year funds being appropriated by the Louisiana State Legislature. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation with specific minimum coverage limits. While no specific set-aside designations were mentioned, vendors will need to demonstrate technical competence in fire suppression system maintenance and have the capability to service multiple campus locations. The bid form allows vendors to provide additional rate information for potential extra services, including rates for regular working hours, overtime, and emergency services. Though a specific budget range was not disclosed, the contract covers comprehensive inspection and maintenance services for 20 fire suppression systems across multiple campus locations, suggesting a substantial annual investment in campus safety infrastructure.