RFP Fire Alarm Test and Maintenance Services

The Mobile Housing Authority is requesting proposals for fire alarm test and maintenance services on an indefinite delivery indefinite quantity basis, with proposals due October 19, 2026 by 2:00 p.m. CST and clarification inquiries due October 1, 2026 by 2:00 p.m. CST.

The scope encompasses 100% annual inspections and functional/diagnostic testing of life safety systems across five MHA-affiliated properties: Central Office (151 S. Claiborne Street), Central Plaza Towers (300 Bayshore Avenue, buildings 300, 302, 304, and 306), Gulf Village Homes (2000 Ball Avenue, Prichard), Downtown Renaissance (350 Bloodgood Street), and Orange Grove Homes (600 Joachim Street). The Assisted Living Facility at 306 Bayshore Avenue requires two annual inspections. Services also include 50% annual sensitivity testing of smoke and duct detectors and emergency service calls during normal business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays). Respondents must conduct site walk-throughs prior to proposal submission.

Key personnel must hold NICET certification with a minimum of three years' experience in fire alarm system inspection and maintenance. Contractors must be permitted by the City of Mobile Fire Department, provide parts availability within 24 hours, and maintain 24/7/365 technician availability. Professional liability insurance ($2,000,000 minimum), general liability insurance ($1,000,000 minimum naming MHA as additional insured), workers' compensation coverage, and automobile liability coverage ($1,000,000 combined single limit) are required.

The contract term is one year with up to three one-year renewal options. MHA will not guarantee minimum quantities and reserves the right to make multiple awards. Proposals must include detailed cost breakdowns by site for yearly inspections, after-hours service call rates and truck charges, and hardware replacement costs. Section 3 participation requirements apply per HUD 5370-C for non-construction contracts under 24 CFR Part 75.

Evaluation is weighted: Reasonableness of Cost (35 points), Previous Experience (30 points), Capacity (30 points), and Fee Proposal (5 points). Proposals are submitted electronically at https://ha.internationaleprocurement.com.