Opportunity
Arkansas State University #RFP 27-11
Arkansas State University Fire Watch Services RFP 27-11
Posted
September 10, 2026
Respond By
October 15, 2026
Identifier
RFP 27-11
NAICS
561612
Arkansas State University is seeking qualified vendors to provide Fire Watch services for its campus under RFP 27-11. - Government Buyer: - Arkansas State University - Emergency Management department - Procurement Services office (Director: Lisa Glasco) - Scope of Services: - Fire Watch services for campus buildings when fire protection systems are impaired - Vendors must supply hourly pricing for fire watch guards and related expenses - Services may be extended to other campuses within the Arkansas State University System and other Arkansas colleges - Performance Requirements: - Two fire watch personnel must be on-site within 8 hours of request - Ability to sustain operations for up to 10 consecutive days - Emphasis on performance standards and timely response - Contract Details: - Firm, fixed-price agreement - Initial five-year term with two one-year extension options - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Standardized proposal format - Cooperative use by other Arkansas colleges and universities - Itemized hourly expenses required
Description
Arkansas State University is soliciting proposals for Fire Watch services. The procurement is managed by the Emergency Management department of Arkansas State University. Proposals are due by October 15, 2026, with the contract expected to commence in November or December 2026. The award decision will consider cost and service performance, and the contract will be firm, fixed-price. The solicitation number is RFP 27-11.