Opportunity
Worcester Worcester #CR-8749-M7
Fire Suppression System Maintenance, Inspection, and Repair Services for City of Worcester and Worcester Public Schools
Posted
October 04, 2023
Respond By
August 26, 2026
Identifier
CR-8749-M7
NAICS
238290
The City of Worcester, Massachusetts, is seeking bids for comprehensive maintenance, inspection, testing, and repair services for fire suppression systems across City and Worcester Public Schools facilities. - Government Buyer: - City of Worcester, Purchasing Division - Worcester Public Schools - Scope of Work: - Maintenance and repair of fire suppression systems, including wet/dry sprinkler systems, standpipes, and fire pumps - Annual, three-year, and five-year inspections and tests per NFPA 25 and Massachusetts codes - Emergency response service within 2 hours, available 24/7 - Annual backflow device testing (MA DEP-certified) - Detailed reporting and certified payroll required - Products/Services Requested: - Annual inspection of wet systems (20 units) - Annual inspection of dry systems (1 unit) - Annual backflow testing (20 units) - 3-year and 5-year testing for wet and dry systems (various quantities) - Standpipe inspections and hydrostatic tests (3 units each) - Annual and periodic fire pump tests (electric and diesel) - Emergency call service and labor at specified hourly rates - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with NFPA standards and Massachusetts prevailing wage laws - Emergency response within 2 hours - Contractors must provide all labor, equipment, materials, and supervision - No specific OEMs or manufacturers are named; bidders must be qualified for fire protection sprinkler systems - No OEMs or specific vendors are identified in the solicitation.
Description
This solicitation is for providing maintenance and repair services for fire suppression systems as per the requirements and specifications of the City of Worcester and Worcester Public Schools. The contract duration is for one year, from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027, with options to renew for a second and third year at the City's discretion. The estimated cost is $100,000 plus inspection costs. Contractors must hold a DCAMM Certificate of Eligibility in the category of Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems.