Q23002229 fire extinguishers_phase i (ABC, CO2, 6 liter k)

The State of Hawaii Department of Public Safety Corrections Division is seeking bids for a fire extinguisher service contract for the Halawa Correctional Facility located in Honolulu County. The procurement involves comprehensive fire extinguisher management, including removal and disposal of 276 existing fire extinguishers with manufacturer dates of 2011 and older, replacement and installation of 281 new fire extinguishers (comprising 10# and 20# ABC and CO2 models), and performance of annual and 6-year inspections, testing, and maintenance. Specific equipment requirements include 276 10# ABC fire extinguishers, 2 20# ABC fire extinguishers, 3 10# CO2 fire extinguishers, 4 20# CO2 fire extinguishers, and 1 6 Liter K fire extinguisher. Bid submissions are due by 2:00 PM HST on May 11, 2023, with a contract term spanning from May 12, 2023, to August 4, 2023. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder who is "Compliant" with Hawaii Compliance Express requirements. Potential bidders may request a facility walk-through by April 27, 2023, and can direct questions to Contract Manager Bennett J.A.M. Dias.

The solicitation documents do not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are identified in the provided documentation. Bidders must be prepared to provide comprehensive pricing for removal, replacement, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance services through the attached bid form. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the scope suggests a moderate-sized contract focused on fire safety equipment management for a correctional facility. Potential vendors should note that compliance with Hawaii Compliance Express is mandatory for contract award, and the procurement follows standard state contracting protocols outlined in the attached General Conditions document. The contract appears to be funded through standard state corrections facility maintenance budgets, with an emphasis on ensuring up-to-date and properly maintained fire safety equipment across the facility.