Annual Fire Sprinkler System Inspection, Testing and Maintenance

This Scope of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for vendors responding to the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the annual inspection, maintenance, and testing of fire sprinkler systems. The selected vendor will ensure that all systems comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as relevant National fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards.

In addition to performing the items above, the selected vendor shall perform

necessary maintenance as identified during inspections and testing.

1. Replace defective or non-compliant sprinkler heads, valves, and other components with appropriate materials in accordance with NFPA codes.

2. Ensure that all systems are free from physical damage, leaks, and corrosion.

3. Provide preventative maintenance as outlined in NFPA 25 guidelines.

3.4. Documentation

- Provide a detailed inspection report following each visit, including:

  - Description of findings and any issues encountered

  - Recommendations for repairs or improvements

  - Maintenance records and test results

  - Compliance with NFPA guidelines and local codes

- Ensure all records are maintained and submitted to the appropriate authorities.

4. Frequency

- Annual inspection, maintenance, and testing to be conducted once a year, with additional inspections or tests performed as required or indicated by system performance or regulatory changes.

5. Compliance and Standards

All services must adhere to the latest NFPA standards (especially NFPA 25) and local fire codes. The vendor will be responsible for staying informed of any changes to these regulations.

6. Qualifications

Vendor must possess:

- Appropriate licenses and certifications and be able to provide such documentation on request.

- Experience in fire sprinkler system inspection, maintenance, and testing.

- Comprehensive knowledge of local fire codes and regulations.

Background

The Town of North Attleboro has the following buildings requiring annual fire sprinkler system inspection, testing and maintenance requirements:

1. Richards Memorial Library, 118 North Washington Street, North Attleborough (Partially Sprinklered)
2. Paquin Health and Human Services Center, 451 Elm Street, North Attleborough (Fully Sprinklered)
3. Waste Water Treatment Facility, 3 Cedar Road, North Attleborough, North Attleborough (Fully Sprinklered)

Project Details

• Department: Public Facilities
• Department Head: Tony Morabito (Assistant Town Manager)

Important Dates

• Questions Due: 2026-06-05T19:00:00.000Z

Evaluation Criteria

• Provides Documentation of previous fire sprinkler inspection, testing and maintenance in the Commonwealth (1 pts) —

  Highly Advantageous (HA) -

  Advantageous (A) -

  Not Advantageous (NA) -

  Unacceptable (U) -

• Provides proof of licensure and certification (4 pts) —

  Yes

  No

Submission Requirements

• Technical Proposal (NO COST) (required) —

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  (Do not upload cost information in here)

• Cost Proposal (required)
• Certificate of Non-Collusion (required) —

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• Certificate of Tax Compliance (required) —

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• Certificate of Corporate Authority / LLC Certificate of Incumbency (required) —

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• Licensure (required)
• Is the Scope of Work included or a separate attachement? (required)
• Pricing (required)
• What type of services are to be provided? (required) —

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• Location of Services (required)
• Is a specific license required for this RFP? (required)