H312--Fire Extinguisher Inspection (VA Wilkes-Barre) Five (5) Year Indefinite-Delivery Contract (SDVOSB Only)

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{"description":"\n\n\n\n\n\nThe following is a Sources Sought/Request for Information notice ONLY. This posted notice is not a Pre-Solicitation or Solicitation document. The government is not currently soliciting bids, quotes, or proposals at this time; however, reserves the right to do so at a later date. The Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0030 is seeking potential sources for the following services: Fire Extinguisher Inspection Five (5) Year Indefinite-Delivery Contract (IDC) . \n\nALL WORK TO BE COMPLETED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATION: \n\nWilkes-Barre VA Medical Center\n1111 East End Blvd.\nWilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0030\n\nALL INTERESTED PARTIES MUST ALSO HAVE AN ACTIVE REGISTRATION IN THE SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) DATABASE. TO REGISTER, PLEASE VISIT WWW.SAM.GOV. \n\nResponses to this notice shall include: \n\nCompany Name \nAddress \nPoint of Contact \nPhone Number \nEmail Address \nSAM UEI Number \nCAGE Code \nTax ID Number \n\n** Note: In accordance with the U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding Kingdomware Technologies, Inc., Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), who are interested in this procurement and consider themselves to have the resources and capabilities necessary to provide these services shall be verified in Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) as follows to be considered: https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ \n\nProcess in 38 U.S.C. 8127(d) whereby a contracting officer of the Department shall award contracts on the basis of competition restricted to small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans, if the contracting officer has a reasonable expectation that two or more small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans will submit offers, and that the award can be made at a fair and reasonable price that offers the best value to the United States. For purposes of this VA specific Rule of Two , a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or a veteran-owned small business (VOSB), must meet the eligibility requirements in 38 U.S.C. 8127(e), (f) and VAAR subpart 819.7003 and be listed as verified in the Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database. \n\nPlease provide answers to all questions below regarding your firm s Socio-Economic status pursuant to North American Industrial Classification (NAICS) Code 922160. \n\nIs your business a small business under NAICS Code 922160?\nYES NO \nIs your firm a Veteran-Owned Small Business? \nYES NO \nIs your firm a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business? \nYES NO \nIs your firm a certified HUB Zone firm? \nYES NO \nIs your firm a Woman Owned business?\nYES NO \nIs your firm a Large Business?\nYES NO \nDo you have a GSA/FSS schedule for these items?\nYES NO \n\nSchedule Number:\n\n\n Expiration Date:\n\n\nPlease provide a capability statement as well as any relevant literature addressing your organization s ability to supply the required items. Also, please include a point of contact name, phone number and email address. \n\nNote: Questions regarding this notice should be addressed to Allan Tabliago via email only. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED REGARDING THIS REQUIREMENT. \n\nPlease submit all responses to this notice via e-mail to: \n\nAllan Tabliago\nContract Specialist \nallan.tabliago@va.gov \n\nResponses to this Sources Sought Notice are required by no later than Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 15:00 pm ET.\n\n=========================================================\nDEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS\nSTATEMENT OF WORK \nFIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION \nFIVE (5) YEAR INDEFINITE-DELIVERY CONTRACT\n\nGENERAL INFORMATION \n\nScope of Work: The Contractor shall provide the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center (VAMC) with annual, 5/6 year and hydrostatic fire extinguisher inspections on various branded fire extinguishers already installed throughout the Medical Center. The annual, 5/6 year examination and hydrostatic testing of a fire extinguisher requires the services of a trained and certified Technician who has the proper tools, listed parts and appropriate manufacturers service manual.\n\nBackground: The Wilkes-Barre VAMC currently has approximately 300 fire extinguishers that require inspections annually in accordance with the latest National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 10, and Joint Commission Standards. The Contractor will be responsible for 300 units to include annual, 5/6 year examination and hydrostatic testing of the following various branded fire extinguishers:\n\n\nType of Extinguisher\nClass\nQuantity\nDry Chemical\nA:B:C\n255\nCO2\nB:C\n35\nWet Chemical\nA:K\n4\nWater Mist\nA:C\n5\n \nPeriod of Performance: The Government is requesting one 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods.\n\nBase Period: \n1 Jan 2026 thru 31 Dec 2026\nOption Period 1: \n1 Jan 2027 thru 31 Dec 2027 \nOption Period 2:\n1 Jan 2028 thru 31 Dec 2028\nOption Period 3:\n1 Jan 2029 thru 31 Dec 2029\nOption Period 4:\n1 Jan 2030 thru 31 Dec 2030\n\nA. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ANNUAL EXAMINATION\nAnnual examination will be conducted in January of each calendar year to evaluate the basic elements of the fire extinguisher and components shall include the following:\n\nAnnual Examination\nCheck extinguisher records to determine interval of 5/6-year and hydrostatic testing\nThoroughly examine cylinder for dents, damage, repairs or corrosion\nRemove pull pin to ensure that it functions properly and is not damaged or corroded\nExamine the handles and levers to ensure they are undamaged and operable\nEnsure the valve stem is correctly extended and not corroded or damaged\nVerify that the pressure gauge is in the operational range\nExamine the pressure gauge is not damaged, bent or cracked\nExamine exposed thread areas for corrosion, wear, or damage\nEnsure that the hose and couplings are not cracked, cut, damaged, or deformed\nExamine internal valve port surfaces and threads for signs of leakage and corrosion\nEnsure the hose rention band is secure and properly adjusted\nReinstall the ring pin and install a new inspection seal\nClear exposed extinguisher surfaces to remove any foreign material\nRecord the maintenance on the extinguisher tag or label to include the words annual in the remarks section\n\nGENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR 5/6 YEAR INTERNAL INSPECTION\nEvery 5/6 years, stored-pressure fire extinguishers that require a 12-year hydrostatic test shall be emptied and subjected to the applicable internal and external examination procedures.\n\n5/6 Year Examination\nEmpty fire extinguisher and examine both internally and externally.\nReplace any leaking valves\nReplace gasket\nRecharge fire extinguisher\nInstall waterproof label indicating month and year service was provided\n\nGENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR HYDROSTATIC TESTING\nPressure vessels used as fire extinguishers and specified components of fire extinguishers shall be hydrostatically tested in accordance to NFPA 10. \n\nHydrostatic Testing\nDischarge fire extinguisher\nPressurize cylinder by water or other compatible noncompressible fluid\nInspect for leaks\nTest pressure gauge for certified accuracy.\nReplace any gaskets and or valves that fail testing procedures.\nDry equipment to not exceed 150o\nInspect hose for cracks\nReplace hose if fails inspection\nExamine external cylinder for physical damage\nAssemble unit and recharge\nInstall waterproof label indicating month and year service was provided\n\nCONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nContractor shall report any broken, inoperable, or malfunction of any and all parts of the fire extinguishers and the fire extinguisher mounting hardware and/or casing to the Wilkes-Barre VAMC TPOC (Technical Point of Contact) immediately upon inspection or within the same business day.\nComplete and provide completed documentation showing monthly, annual, 5/6 year and hydrostatic inspections. \nContractor personnel providing the fire extinguisher inspection, maintenance, and testing must possess all the required training and certifications to perform duties as required by NFPA 10. Any certifications and training documentation shall be provided to the Wilkes-Barre VAMC TPOC within ten (10) calendar days after the start of the contract, and prior to the first inspection.\n\nGOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES \n\nGovernment will provide all fire extinguishers requiring servicing.\nThe Government will provide a TPOC upon contract award.\nThe Government will provide access to needed areas.\n\nOTHER CONSIDERATIONS\n\nPlace of Performance: Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center, 1111 East End Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0030.\n\nHours of Operation: Standard work hours are between 7:30am and 4:00pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday. Contractor shall not schedule inspections on weekends or Government holidays. \n========================End of Statement of Work======================= \n"} Solicitation Number: 36C24426Q0151 Type: Sources Sought Base Type: Sources Sought NAICS: 922160 Classification Code: H312 Response Deadline: 2025-12-16T15:00:00-05:00 Office Address: PITTSBURGH, PA Place of Performance: Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18711 POC: Allan Tabliago, allan.tabliago@va.gov, 732-978-0110 {"description":"\n\n\n\n\n\nThe following is a Sources Sought/Request for Information notice ONLY. This posted notice is not a Pre-Solicitation or Solicitation document. The government is not currently soliciting bids, quotes, or proposals at this time; however, reserves the right to do so at a later date. The Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0030 is seeking potential sources for the following services: Fire Extinguisher Inspection Five (5) Year Indefinite-Delivery Contract (IDC) . \n\nALL WORK TO BE COMPLETED AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATION: \n\nWilkes-Barre VA Medical Center\n1111 East End Blvd.\nWilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0030\n\nALL INTERESTED PARTIES MUST ALSO HAVE AN ACTIVE REGISTRATION IN THE SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT (SAM) DATABASE. TO REGISTER, PLEASE VISIT WWW.SAM.GOV. \n\nResponses to this notice shall include: \n\nCompany Name \nAddress \nPoint of Contact \nPhone Number \nEmail Address \nSAM UEI Number \nCAGE Code \nTax ID Number \n\n** Note: In accordance with the U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding Kingdomware Technologies, Inc., Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB), who are interested in this procurement and consider themselves to have the resources and capabilities necessary to provide these services shall be verified in Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) as follows to be considered: https://veterans.certify.sba.gov/ \n\nProcess in 38 U.S.C. 8127(d) whereby a contracting officer of the Department shall award contracts on the basis of competition restricted to small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans, if the contracting officer has a reasonable expectation that two or more small business concerns owned and controlled by veterans will submit offers, and that the award can be made at a fair and reasonable price that offers the best value to the United States. For purposes of this VA specific Rule of Two , a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) or a veteran-owned small business (VOSB), must meet the eligibility requirements in 38 U.S.C. 8127(e), (f) and VAAR subpart 819.7003 and be listed as verified in the Vendor Information Pages (VIP) database. \n\nPlease provide answers to all questions below regarding your firm s Socio-Economic status pursuant to North American Industrial Classification (NAICS) Code 922160. \n\nIs your business a small business under NAICS Code 922160?\nYES NO \nIs your firm a Veteran-Owned Small Business? \nYES NO \nIs your firm a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business? \nYES NO \nIs your firm a certified HUB Zone firm? \nYES NO \nIs your firm a Woman Owned business?\nYES NO \nIs your firm a Large Business?\nYES NO \nDo you have a GSA/FSS schedule for these items?\nYES NO \n\nSchedule Number:\n\n\n Expiration Date:\n\n\nPlease provide a capability statement as well as any relevant literature addressing your organization s ability to supply the required items. Also, please include a point of contact name, phone number and email address. \n\nNote: Questions regarding this notice should be addressed to Allan Tabliago via email only. NO PHONE CALLS WILL BE ACCEPTED REGARDING THIS REQUIREMENT. \n\nPlease submit all responses to this notice via e-mail to: \n\nAllan Tabliago\nContract Specialist \nallan.tabliago@va.gov \n\nResponses to this Sources Sought Notice are required by no later than Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 15:00 pm ET.\n\n=========================================================\nDEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS\nSTATEMENT OF WORK \nFIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION \nFIVE (5) YEAR INDEFINITE-DELIVERY CONTRACT\n\nGENERAL INFORMATION \n\nScope of Work: The Contractor shall provide the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center (VAMC) with annual, 5/6 year and hydrostatic fire extinguisher inspections on various branded fire extinguishers already installed throughout the Medical Center. The annual, 5/6 year examination and hydrostatic testing of a fire extinguisher requires the services of a trained and certified Technician who has the proper tools, listed parts and appropriate manufacturers service manual.\n\nBackground: The Wilkes-Barre VAMC currently has approximately 300 fire extinguishers that require inspections annually in accordance with the latest National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 10, and Joint Commission Standards. The Contractor will be responsible for 300 units to include annual, 5/6 year examination and hydrostatic testing of the following various branded fire extinguishers:\n\n\nType of Extinguisher\nClass\nQuantity\nDry Chemical\nA:B:C\n255\nCO2\nB:C\n35\nWet Chemical\nA:K\n4\nWater Mist\nA:C\n5\n \nPeriod of Performance: The Government is requesting one 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods.\n\nBase Period: \n1 Jan 2026 thru 31 Dec 2026\nOption Period 1: \n1 Jan 2027 thru 31 Dec 2027 \nOption Period 2:\n1 Jan 2028 thru 31 Dec 2028\nOption Period 3:\n1 Jan 2029 thru 31 Dec 2029\nOption Period 4:\n1 Jan 2030 thru 31 Dec 2030\n\nA. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ANNUAL EXAMINATION\nAnnual examination will be conducted in January of each calendar year to evaluate the basic elements of the fire extinguisher and components shall include the following:\n\nAnnual Examination\nCheck extinguisher records to determine interval of 5/6-year and hydrostatic testing\nThoroughly examine cylinder for dents, damage, repairs or corrosion\nRemove pull pin to ensure that it functions properly and is not damaged or corroded\nExamine the handles and levers to ensure they are undamaged and operable\nEnsure the valve stem is correctly extended and not corroded or damaged\nVerify that the pressure gauge is in the operational range\nExamine the pressure gauge is not damaged, bent or cracked\nExamine exposed thread areas for corrosion, wear, or damage\nEnsure that the hose and couplings are not cracked, cut, damaged, or deformed\nExamine internal valve port surfaces and threads for signs of leakage and corrosion\nEnsure the hose rention band is secure and properly adjusted\nReinstall the ring pin and install a new inspection seal\nClear exposed extinguisher surfaces to remove any foreign material\nRecord the maintenance on the extinguisher tag or label to include the words annual in the remarks section\n\nGENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR 5/6 YEAR INTERNAL INSPECTION\nEvery 5/6 years, stored-pressure fire extinguishers that require a 12-year hydrostatic test shall be emptied and subjected to the applicable internal and external examination procedures.\n\n5/6 Year Examination\nEmpty fire extinguisher and examine both internally and externally.\nReplace any leaking valves\nReplace gasket\nRecharge fire extinguisher\nInstall waterproof label indicating month and year service was provided\n\nGENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR HYDROSTATIC TESTING\nPressure vessels used as fire extinguishers and specified components of fire extinguishers shall be hydrostatically tested in accordance to NFPA 10. \n\nHydrostatic Testing\nDischarge fire extinguisher\nPressurize cylinder by water or other compatible noncompressible fluid\nInspect for leaks\nTest pressure gauge for certified accuracy.\nReplace any gaskets and or valves that fail testing procedures.\nDry equipment to not exceed 150o\nInspect hose for cracks\nReplace hose if fails inspection\nExamine external cylinder for physical damage\nAssemble unit and recharge\nInstall waterproof label indicating month and year service was provided\n\nCONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nContractor shall report any broken, inoperable, or malfunction of any and all parts of the fire extinguishers and the fire extinguisher mounting hardware and/or casing to the Wilkes-Barre VAMC TPOC (Technical Point of Contact) immediately upon inspection or within the same business day.\nComplete and provide completed documentation showing monthly, annual, 5/6 year and hydrostatic inspections. \nContractor personnel providing the fire extinguisher inspection, maintenance, and testing must possess all the required training and certifications to perform duties as required by NFPA 10. Any certifications and training documentation shall be provided to the Wilkes-Barre VAMC TPOC within ten (10) calendar days after the start of the contract, and prior to the first inspection.\n\nGOVERNMENT RESPONSIBILITIES \n\nGovernment will provide all fire extinguishers requiring servicing.\nThe Government will provide a TPOC upon contract award.\nThe Government will provide access to needed areas.\n\nOTHER CONSIDERATIONS\n\nPlace of Performance: Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center, 1111 East End Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711-0030.\n\nHours of Operation: Standard work hours are between 7:30am and 4:00pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday. Contractor shall not schedule inspections on weekends or Government holidays. \n========================End of Statement of Work======================= \n"}