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Inspection and Maintenance of Victaulic Vortex 1500 Hybrid Fire Suppression System at Tennessee Technological University

Tennessee Technological University (TTU) is seeking qualified contractors to provide inspection, testing, and maintenance services for its Victaulic Vortex 1500 Hybrid Fire Suppression System on the Cookeville, TN campus. - Government Buyer: - Tennessee Technological University (TTU) - Network Services Department, Purchasing and Contracts Office - OEMs and Vendors: - Primary OEM: Victaulic Corporation (Vortex 1500 Hybrid Fire Suppression System) - Products/Services Requested: - Inspection, testing, and maintenance of the Victaulic Vortex 1500 Hybrid Fire Suppression System (V-1500) - Mandatory annual and five-year inspections - Optional semi-annual inspections - Weekly inspections (performed by TTU personnel) - Hydrostatic hose testing (every five years) - Verification of fire alarm/detection system interface - All inspections must comply with the Victaulic V-1500 Manual, NFPA 770, and applicable state/local codes - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Hydrostatic hose testing at 1.5x maximum container pressure at 130°F - Documentation of inspection results, including cylinder tags and formal reports - Excludes replacement parts, full discharge testing, and certain travel expenses from the base contract - Opportunity is open to comparable products that meet or exceed the stated specifications - Place of Performance: - Tennessee Technological University, 1 William L Jones Dr., Derryberry Hall, Suite 301, Cookeville, TN 38505-0001 - 1010 N. Peachtree Ave., Room 119, Cookeville, TN 38505

Description

Tennessee Technological University is requesting bids from experienced and qualified contractors to provide inspection, testing, and maintenance services for the TTU ITS Vortex 1500 Hybrid Fire Suppression System located on campus. The contract term is from the date of final signature through five years thereafter, with prices firm for one year and possible adjustments thereafter. The scope includes weekly, semi-annual, annual, and five-year inspections, hose testing, and fire alarm/detection system verification. The RFQ specifies exclusions such as replacement parts and full discharge testing, and includes a pre-bid meeting scheduled for May 7, 2026.

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