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Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for reliable and on-time fire extinguisher recertification services. The scope includes inspection, testing, and repair of fire extinguishers for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Nevada State Office, Carson City District Office.

• Fire extinguisher inspection, testing, and repair services.

• Services must be performed by vendors with current and valid permits.

• Vendors must demonstrate capability for each type of Fire Extinguisher Inspection.

• Compliance with Service Contract Act (SCA) and applicable wage decisions.

• Adherence to sustainable products and services requirements.

• This is a full and open competition solicitation.

• A single award BPA is anticipated.

• The BPA will not exceed 5 years.

• Each BPA Call will not exceed $20,000.

• The period of performance for the BPA is anticipated from 04/27/2026 to 04/26/2031.

• Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to Carey Grund (carey_grund@ios.doi.gov) and Nakea Hughes (nakea_hughes@ios.doi.gov).

• Submission deadline: April 17, 2026, 11:00 AM PDT.

• Quotes must include Standard Form 1449 (Sections 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c completed), Bid Schedule with 5-year pricing, and Standard Form 30 (if applicable).

• Quotes will be evaluated on a best-value, trade-off basis.

• Evaluation factors, in descending order of importance, are: Technical Proposal, Past Performance, and Price.

• Technical Proposal requires a narrative addressing the technical approach, vendor permits, and inspection capabilities.

• Past Performance requires a list of at least three similar projects completed within the last five years.

• This acquisition is unrestricted.

• NAICS CODE: 811310 Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance.

• Size Standard: $12.5 Million.

• Questions regarding the solicitation are due by April 10, 2026, 11:00 AM PDT.

• Payments will be made via the Internet Payment Platform (IPP).

• The contract incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference; full text is available upon request or electronically at https://www.acquisition.gov/content/regulations.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the inspection, testing, repair, replacement, and maintenance of fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems for Bureau of Land Management (BLM) facilities in the Carson City District.

• Fire Extinguisher Services: Inspection, testing, recharging, repair, and replacement of fire extinguishers.

• Sprinkler System Services: Maintenance and repair of sprinkler systems.

• Locations: Services are required at the Carson City District Office, Silver State Hotshots Operations Center (Minden), Palomino Fire Station (Reno), Stead Air Tanker Base (Reno), and Cold Springs Fire Station (Reno).

• Service Frequency: Inspection units may vary based on need and request.

• Quick Service: Services must be completed within 30 days of the BPA Call date.

• Coordination: Contractor must coordinate service dates and times with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

• Reporting: Contractor must report any extinguishers that fail service and are inoperative to the COR. These will be segregated and marked as un-serviced/inoperative.

• Period of Performance: 5-year BPA Contract.

• Place of Performance: Various BLM facilities in Carson City and Reno, Nevada.

• Licensing: Contractor must be licensed in Nevada (NRS Chapter 477) and comply with NFPA 10, NFPA 25, and other federal, state, or local requirements.

• Hazardous Materials: Submit Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) prior to contract award if hazardous materials are expected to be used.

• Work Hours: Normal duty hours (0800-1630, Monday-Friday), excluding Federal holidays and official closures.

• Site Clean-Up: Contractor must ensure work areas are free of debris and properly dispose of all materials and equipment upon job completion.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a bid schedule for the Carson City District Annual Service BPA (Blanket Purchase Agreement) for fire extinguishers. It outlines the pricing structure for various fire extinguisher types, replacement parts, and trip charges for service calls across different locations.

• Equipment: Lists specific types of fire extinguishers (e.g., 2.5lb ABC, 5lb ABC, 20lbs Purple K) and replacement parts (e.g., Valve Stems, O-rings).
• Pricing: Provides columns for "Inspection Price" for each extinguisher type and "Replacement Price" for parts, broken down by fiscal year (FY26, FY27, FY28, FY29, FY30).
• Locations: Details specific service locations within the Carson City District, including addresses for the District Office, Palomino Fire Station, Stead Air Tanker Base, Silver State Hotshots Operation Center, and Cold Springs Fire Station.
• Trip Charge: Specifies a "Trip Charge" for service calls to each listed location, also broken down by fiscal year.

This bid schedule is critical for potential bidders to understand the pricing requirements for fire extinguisher services and parts. Bidders must use this format to submit their inspection prices, replacement part prices, and trip charges for the specified fiscal years and locations to be considered for the BPA. It directly informs the proposal preparation and pricing strategy.

Wage Determination

This document provides the official U.S. Department of Labor wage determination for various occupations applicable to contracts subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA) in Carson City, Nevada. It outlines the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for employees performing work under such contracts.

• Minimum Wage Rates: The document lists specific minimum hourly wage rates for a wide range of occupations, categorized by occupational code and title. Bidders must ensure their proposed wages meet or exceed these rates.
• Fringe Benefits: In addition to wages, the document specifies required fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare benefits at $5.55 per hour (or $222.00 per week) and a specific rate for EO 13706 ($5.09 per hour or $203.60 per week).
• Executive Orders: It references Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and Executive Order 13658 (Federal Contractor Minimum Wage), outlining requirements for paid sick leave and minimum hourly wages for covered contracts.
• Vacation and Holidays: Standard provisions for paid vacation (based on years of service) and paid holidays (eleven per year) are detailed.
• Hazardous Pay: Differentials are noted for positions involving hazardous work (8% for high hazard, 4% for low hazard).
• Uniform Allowance: Requirements for providing and maintaining uniforms are outlined, including reimbursement rates.
• Conformance Process: Instructions are provided for contractors needing to classify occupations not explicitly listed in the wage determination.

This wage determination is critical for bidders to accurately calculate labor costs and ensure compliance with federal regulations when preparing proposals for contracts covered by the Service Contract Act in the specified geographic area. Failure to adhere to these wage and benefit requirements can lead to non-compliance and potential penalties.