Opportunity
City of Wilmington NC #RFP-S6-0526.2
Citywide Fire Extinguisher Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance Services for Wilmington, NC
Posted
May 07, 2026
Respond By
June 04, 2026
Identifier
RFP-S6-0526.2
NAICS
561621
The City of Wilmington, NC is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive fire extinguisher testing, inspection, maintenance, repair, and replacement services across 48 city facilities. - Government Buyer: - City of Wilmington, Asset & Property Management, Purchasing Division - Products/Services Requested: - Annual inspection, hydrostatic testing, 6-year and 12-year testing, maintenance, repair, and replacement of approximately 377 fire extinguishers - Types and quantities include: - Dry Chem ABC Fire Extinguishers: 2.5 lbs (166 units), 5 lbs (191 units), 10 lbs (1 unit), 20 lbs (3 units) - CO2 Fire Extinguishers: 5 lbs (1 unit), 10 lbs (6 units), 20 lbs (4 units) - Halon Fire Extinguishers: 5 lbs (7 units), 11 lbs (4 units), 15 lbs (1 unit) - Purple K Fire Extinguishers: 20 lbs (3 units) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All services must comply with NFPA standards and OSHA regulations - Contractor must provide detailed reporting and compliance documentation - Emphasis on local and minority business participation; good-faith effort required to include minority, socially, and/or economically disadvantaged subcontractors - Pricing adjustments allowed annually based on CPI or up to 5% - Scope of work may be negotiated after contractor selection - Place of Performance: - Services to be performed at 48 city locations, including fire stations, police facilities, parks, pools, and administrative offices throughout Wilmington, NC
Description
This Request for Proposals (RFP) solicits services for testing and inspecting approximately 377 fire extinguishers across 48 locations within the city. The RFP includes a preliminary scope of work and general terms and conditions for the contract. The scope of services may be modified after contractor selection. The successful contractor will be selected based on quality, quantity, and best value of services provided. The city encourages local and minority business participation in this contract.