University of Iowa Ionwave #18581 Addendum 1

University of Iowa Solicits Fire & Life Safety Consulting Services for Healthcare and Campus Facilities

The University of Iowa is seeking qualified vendors to provide Fire & Life Safety Consulting Services for its Health Care facilities and campus buildings. - Scope of Work: - Annual site surveys and inspections for nine major hospital buildings totaling over 4.7 million sq. ft. - Consulting support for construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects managed by UIHC Engineering Services, Capital Management, and Facilities Management. - Services include code compliance reviews, risk identification, construction administration support, and educational updates on regulatory changes. - Consultants will act as the primary authority on fire and life safety, supporting survey readiness and interfacing with existing consultants. - Regulatory Requirements: - Deep expertise in healthcare fire and life safety codes is required, including NFPA, CMS, Joint Commission, and other healthcare regulations. - Regular compliance updates and support for survey readiness are expected. - Staffing & Qualifications: - Firms must demonstrate specialized healthcare experience and regulatory knowledge. - Roles include Senior Director, Project Manager, Fire Protection Engineers, Technicians, CAD Operators, and Administrative support. - All contractor staff must complete background checks and orientation; badges are valid for 24 months. - Contract Structure: - Initial term of one year with up to four one-year extensions possible. - Pricing must remain firm for the first year; adjustments subject to mutual agreement. - The University may select one or multiple consultants, provided each meets minimum standards. - Notable Requirements: - Submission of audited financial statements or legal attestations of solvency. - Monthly compliance updates and annual site surveys are mandatory. - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are named in the solicitation.

Description

The University of Iowa is seeking written proposals from qualified vendors to provide Fire & Life Safety Consulting Services, including for University of Iowa Health Care facilities. The consultant will serve as the primary fire and life safety authority for various construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with NFPA, CMS, Joint Commission, and other healthcare requirements. The work requires specialized healthcare experience and deep knowledge of fire and life safety codes to support complex hospital projects across all phases. The University may engage multiple qualified consultants meeting these standards due to the volume and complexity of projects.

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