North Carolina eVP #Doc2429563239

North Carolina Zoo fire alarm, extinguisher, and sprinkler inspections

The North Carolina Zoo is seeking a qualified provider for recurring fire alarm, extinguisher, and sprinkler testing and inspection services. - Government buyer: North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, through the North Carolina Zoo. - Requested services: - Annual testing and inspection of zoo fire alarm systems, including panels, detectors, pull stations, notification devices, and monitoring connections; emergency repair service is also required upon request. - Annual testing and inspection of approximately 500 portable fire extinguishers at zoo locations, vehicles, and equipment. The solicitation estimates 86 hydrostatic tests and 86 six-year inspections, with class-by-class quantities detailed below. - Annual testing and inspection of zoo fire sprinkler systems, including valves, backflow preventers, piping, heads, standpipes, pre-action systems, and deluge valves. - Important requirements: Work must follow applicable codes, include inspection reports, and leave systems operating normally. The contractor must coordinate scheduling and zoo escorts; fire alarm work requires notifying the monitoring station before and after service. Sprinkler emergency calls require an onsite response within six hours. - Vendor qualification: A current North Carolina Fire Alarm/Low-Voltage License is required. The extinguisher work includes required tagging and reporting, at least 50 weather-resistant tags, and one hydraulic test during the contract. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, manufacturers, or vendors are named in the solicitation. - Term: Three years of service, with the State reserving the right to extend the contract after the active term.

Description

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is seeking bids for fire alarm testing and inspection at the North Carolina Zoo. The solicitation identifies the procurement under security systems services (commodity code 921217). It is an Invitation for Bid, and responses must be submitted through the State of North Carolina's eProcurement portal by registered vendors. The portal lists an October 29, 2026 response deadline at 2:30 PM.

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