RFP-Annual Aviation Fuel Farm Fire Protection System Testing

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is issuing a Request for Proposals for Annual Aviation Fuel Farm Fire Protection System Testing at a location in Nantucket. This procurement seeks qualified contractors to conduct comprehensive inspection and testing of a fire protection system serving an aviation fuel farm facility. The scope of work includes detailed inspection of foam concentrate bladder tanks, proportioners, deluge valves, both automatic and manual control valves, foam standpipes, water and foam concentrate piping systems, reduced pressure backflow preventers, valve trim and actuation piping/tubing, deluge sprinklers, foam makers, fire pumps, and fire pump controllers. The primary objective is to ensure the complete functionality and compliance of all fire protection system components through rigorous testing and inspection procedures. Interested bidders should note that proposal documents are available beginning March 18, 2026, through the Town of Nantucket's official bid portal at www.nantucket-ma.gov/bids, and all proposals must be submitted directly through that portal rather than through the ComBuys system. The deadline for proposal submission is April 8, 2026.

The procurement documentation does not specify set-aside designations, minority or disadvantaged business enterprise requirements, or restrictions on bidder eligibility based on organizational type. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available procurement materials. Similarly, no specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the posting. Contractors responding to this opportunity should possess specialized expertise in aviation fuel farm fire protection systems, including comprehensive knowledge of foam concentrate systems, deluge suppression technology, backflow prevention, and fire pump operation and control systems, as these technical competencies will likely be essential evaluation criteria for vendor selection.