Fire Extinguisher Services Amendment 0002

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products/services to procure maintenance support services for fire extinguishers utilized by the Directorate of Training Sustainment (DOTS) and MCoE Training Brigades at Fort Benning, Georgia. The services include annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, disposal, and hydrostatic testing for various types of fire extinguishers.

• Annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, disposal, and hydrostatic testing for fire extinguishers.

• Service for various types of fire extinguishers including CO2 and Dry Chemical, ranging from 2.5 to 50 pounds.

• Contractor must be able to gain access onto Fort Benning, GA for pick-up and delivery of extinguishers.

• Estimated 2,050 extinguishers per year over a 5-year ordering period.

• Contractor must furnish all supervision, licensed personnel, equipment, tools, labor, material, parts, transportation, and waste disposal.

• Repairs will require an approved quote prior to service completion; replacement is required if repair cost exceeds replacement cost.

• Type 1 (CO2) fire extinguishers that cannot be serviced with non-Army parts will be disposed of by the contractor.

• Quality Control Plan (QCP) required within 10 days of award.

• Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training, OPSEC Training, and iWATCH Training required for employees.

• Two (2) firm-fixed-price Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) will be awarded.

• BPA Master Dollar Limit: $1,255,680.00

• BPA Call Limit: $20,000.00

• Period of Performance: 5-year ordering period, with performance determined by each BPA Call.

• Contractors will rotate monthly throughout the life of the BPA.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email.

• Proposal submission deadline: Monday, June 15, 2026, by 12:00 P.M. EST.

• Questions due by: Thursday, May 28, 2026, by 09:00 AM EDT.

• Proposals will consist of two parts: Volume I - Technical Proposal and Volume II - Pricing.

• Evaluation factors: Price and Technical Acceptability.

• Past Performance will be reviewed.

• Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• Offerors must be determined responsible in accordance with FAR Part 9.

• Attachments include: Salient Characteristics, Performance Work Statement (PWS), and Clauses & Provisions.

• Electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is required.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding Solicitation W911SF26RA005 for fire extinguisher services, clarifying requirements and submission details.

• Contract Type: The requirement is for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA), not a brand-new contract. The previous contract number was W911SF26C0014.
• Site Visits: A site visit is not necessary.
• Pricing: Pricing must include costs for annual inspections, refill, disposal, and hydrostatic testing for each fire extinguisher type. A "PROPOSAL PRICING TEMPLATE" is provided for submission.
• Proposal Submission: Proposals consist of Volume I (Technical) and Volume II (Pricing). Specific formatting, page limitations (21 pages, excluding table of contents), and electronic submission requirements are detailed. A redacted copy of Volume I is required.
• Rotation Schedule: Two contractors will rotate monthly for BPA calls. The verbiage has been updated in the PWS to reflect this.
• BPA Call Distribution: Calls will be issued based on monthly requirements, alternating between the two contractors.
• Turnaround Time: Each BPA call will have a maximum completion window of 10 Calendar days after placement.
• Incumbent Information: The previous contract was W911SF26C0014, awarded to Crimson Solutions LLC. IGCE information will not be provided.
• Parts Replacement: High-cost internal parts, large wheeled unit hoses, or carriage assemblies are not part of the servicing scope. If repair costs exceed the value of a new unit, the extinguisher will be deemed unserviceable and disposed of by the contractor.
• Disposal: Contractors will take possession and dispose of unserviceable extinguishers; they will not be returned to the Government.
• Staff Certification: Personnel must comply with NFPA-10, AR 420-10, and MCoE Regulation 420-90.
• Redaction: Information to be redacted includes company names, UEI, CAGE codes, addresses, contact information, and personnel names to facilitate a blind evaluation.
• Technical Acceptability: Evaluation is based on the contractor's demonstrated ability to meet PWS requirements.
• Contract Manager Availability: Available 0800-1600 Monday-Friday, excluding U.S. Holidays.
• Inventory: The estimated annual requirement is 2,050 extinguishers, drawn from a total on-post inventory of 6,148.

These clarifications address vendor queries regarding contract type, pricing structure, submission guidelines, performance expectations, and specific technical requirements, impacting how bidders should prepare their proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services to procure maintenance support for fire extinguishers utilized by the Directorate of Training Sustainment (DOTS) and MCoE Training Brigades at Fort Benning, Georgia. The services include annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, disposal, and hydrostatic testing for various types of fire extinguishers.

• Annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, disposal, and hydrostatic testing of fire extinguishers.

• Service for various types of extinguishers including CO2 and Dry Chemical, in sizes ranging from 2.5 to 50 pounds.

• Contractor must be able to gain access to Fort Benning, GA for pick-up and delivery of extinguishers.

• Services will be performed on extinguishers as they become unserviceable or due for routine service, not all at once.

• Contractor must provide all supervision, licensed personnel, equipment, tools, labor, material, parts, transportation, and waste disposal.

• Repairs will require an approved quote; if repair cost exceeds replacement cost, replacement will be required.

• Type 1 (CO2) fire extinguishers that cannot be serviced with non-Army parts will be disposed of by the contractor.

• Contractor must develop and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• The government contemplates awarding two (2) firm-fixed-price Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs).

• The estimated number of fire extinguishers is 2,050 per year.

• The ordering period is five (5) years.

• Contractors will rotate monthly throughout the life of the BPA.

• Proposals are requested as a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Offerors must be responsive and determined responsible IAW FAR Part 9.104-1.

• Evaluation factors include Price and Technical Acceptability.

• Proposals must consist of two parts: Volume I - Technical Proposal and Volume II - Pricing.

• Pricing must include costs for annual inspections, refill, disposal, and hydrostatic testing.

• A "PROPOSAL PRICING TEMPLATE" is provided.

• Proposal revisions will not be considered after the solicitation closing date.

• Technical Proposal (Volume I) has a 21-page limitation.

• Questions are due by email no later than 09:00 AM EDT on May 28, 2026.

• Offers are due by email no later than 9:00 AM EST on June 09, 2026.

• This solicitation is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through FAC 2026-01.

• Attachments include: Attachment 1 – Salient Characteristics, Attachment 2 – Performance Work Statement (PWS), and Attachment 3 - Clauses & Provisions.

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

To provide maintenance support for Maneuver Center of Excellence (MCoE) fire extinguishers, including Basic Issue Items (BII) for vehicles and buildings.

• Annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, disposal, and hydrostatic testing for all fire extinguishers utilized by DOTS and MCoE Training Brigades.

• Services cover both facility and vehicle fire extinguishers.

• Types of extinguishers include CO2 and Dry Chemical, ranging from 2.5 to 50 pounds.

• Contractor will pick up and drop off extinguishers at a designated location (Fuel Point Building 5422, Harmony Church, Fort Benning, GA); extinguishers will be out of vehicles/buildings in a secure area.

• Contractor shall not install or uninstall fire extinguishers in/out of any tactical vehicle.

• An estimated 2,050 fire extinguishers require service annually over a five-year ordering period.

• Annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, and hydrostatic testing.

• Repairs require an approved quote if the cost exceeds replacement cost.

• Type 1 (CO2) extinguishers that cannot be serviced with non-Army parts will be disposed of by the contractor.

• Unrepairable Type 1 extinguishers must be fully discharged for proper disposal.

• Type 2 extinguishers will be repaired or disposed of if they cannot be recharged or are damaged beyond repair.

• Service completion window of 10 calendar days after BPA call placement.

• Quality Control Plan (QCP) required within 10 days of award, with a final QCP within 10 days of comments.

• Issues affecting performance must be reported within 48 hours.

• Service Contract Reporting (SCR) required via www.sam.gov.

• The contract is for a five (5) year ordering period.

• Services will be performed at Fort Benning, GA.

• Contractor shall conduct service once a month.

• Contractor must comply with NFPA-10, AR 420-1, and MCoE Regulation 420-90.

• Contractor personnel must complete Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training, OPSEC Training, and iWATCH Training within 30 days of employment or contract award.

• Background checks are required for all vendor and sub-vendor employees.

• Contractor must adhere to Installation Access Control requirements.

• Contractor shall safeguard all Government equipment, information, and property.

• Contractor shall report suspicious activities to security personnel.

• Contractor shall not cite information obtained through this contract on any hard copy or digital marketing tools.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing a pricing template for fire extinguishers. It details various types of fire extinguishers, their associated vehicle assignments, supply classes, and costs associated with refilling, disposal, inspection, testing, and maintenance.

• Fire Extinguisher Types: Lists different sizes and types of dry chemical and CO2 fire extinguishers.
• Vehicle Assignments: Specifies the types of vehicles or locations where each extinguisher is assigned (e.g., Abrams M1, Bradley Fighting Vehicle, Buildings, JLTV).
• Cost Breakdown: Includes columns for 'Cost Each to Refill', 'Cost Each to Dispose', 'Cost Each for Annual Inspection', 'Cost Each for Hydrostatic Testing', and 'Cost Each for Annual Maintenance'.
• Estimated Quantities & Total Cost: Provides fields for 'Estimated Total # of Type' and 'Total Cost' to help in calculating overall pricing.

This template is crucial for bidders to understand the cost structure and expected pricing for fire extinguisher services. It provides a framework for submitting detailed pricing proposals, ensuring all cost components are considered for various extinguisher types and their deployment across different military assets and facilities. Bidders should use this template to structure their pricing submissions accurately.

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

To provide maintenance support for Maneuver Center of Excellence (MCoE) fire extinguishers, including Basic Issue Items (BII) for vehicles and buildings. This contract aims to ensure operational readiness and facility compliance with regulations such as NFPA-10, AR 420-1, and MCoE regulation 420-90.

• Annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, disposal, and hydrostatic testing for all fire extinguishers utilized by DOTS and MCoE Training Brigades.

• Services cover extinguishers for facilities and vehicles.

• Contractor is responsible for providing all supervision, licensed personnel, equipment, tools, labor, material, parts, transportation, and waste disposal.

• Services will be performed as extinguishers become unserviceable or due for routine services.

• Estimated 2,050 fire extinguishers per year over a 5-year ordering period.

• Contractor will pick up and deliver extinguishers at a designated location (Fuel Point Building 5422, Harmony Church, Fort Benning, GA).

• Types of extinguishers include CO2 and Dry Chemical (2.5 lbs to 50 lbs), and Multipurpose Dry Chemical (Class A, B, and C).

• Components requiring service include O-rings, valve stems, gauges, hose bands, pull pins, and nozzles.

• Type 1 (CO2) extinguishers cannot be serviced with non-Army parts; unrepairable units will be discharged and disposed of by the contractor.

• Type 2 extinguishers will be repaired, recharged, or disposed of as per regulation.

• No charge for pick-up, delivery, or disposal.

• Quality Control Plan (QCP) required within 10 days of award, detailing procedures for identifying, preventing, and correcting defective services.

• QCP must include organizational structure, monitoring procedures, staff qualifications, key control, inventory management, and document retention.

• Government will evaluate performance using a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• Performance requirements include 100% compliance with zero deviation from standard for inspections and a maximum of one complaint per month.

• The contract has a 5-year ordering period.

• Services are performed at Fort Benning, GA, with pick-up and drop-off at a designated location.

• Contractor must develop and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Contractor personnel must complete Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training, OPSEC Training, and iWATCH Training within specified timeframes.

• Background checks are required for all vendor and subcontractor employees.

• Contractor must comply with all applicable safety laws and regulations, including FAR 52.236-13 and EM 385-1-1.

• Environmental compliance is required; no venting of vapors is permitted.

• Service Contract Reporting (SCR) via www.sam.gov is required, detailing labor hours and invoiced amounts annually.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services to procure maintenance support services for fire extinguishers. The services include annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, disposal, and hydrostatic testing for fire extinguishers utilized by the Directorate of Training Sustainment (DOTS) and all Maneuver Center of Excellence (MCoE) Training Brigades for facilities and vehicles.

• Annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, disposal, and hydrostatic testing of fire extinguishers.

• Service for approximately 2,050 fire extinguishers per year over a 5-year ordering period.

• Contractor must be able to gain access onto Fort Benning, GA for pick-up and/or delivery.

• Service is required for Co2 and Dry Chemical extinguishers in sizes ranging from 2.5 to 50 pounds.

• Contractor must furnish all supervision, licensed personnel, equipment, tools, labor, material, parts, transportation, and waste disposal.

• Contractor must develop and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP).

• Contractor personnel must complete Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training, OPSEC Training, and iWATCH Training.

• Two (2) firm fixed price Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) will be awarded.

• The contract will have a 5-year ordering period.

• BPA Master Dollar Limit: $1,255,680.00

• BPA Call Limit: $20,000.00

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on Price and Technical Acceptability.

• The proposal shall consist of two parts: Volume I – Technical Proposal and Volume II – Pricing.

• Response Date: 09 June 2026

• Questions are due by: 28 May 2026

• Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• Offerors must be determined responsible in accordance with FAR Part 9.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

• Attachments include: Salient Characteristics, Performance Work Statement (PWS), and Clauses & Provisions.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 1 Salient Characteristics," provides a detailed breakdown of fire extinguishers by type, size, and quantity, along with their assigned vehicle or building locations and supply class. It serves as a reference for the types and quantities of fire extinguishers required or currently in use.

• Types of Fire Extinguishers: Lists various types including Dry Chem and CO2, with different weight specifications (e.g., 31 LBS, 5 LBS).
• NIN (Vehicle Type Assigned): Specifies the vehicle or building where the extinguisher is assigned (e.g., ABRAMS M1, Buildings, JLTV).
• Supply Class: Indicates the supply class for each extinguisher type.
• Estimated total # of type: Provides the total quantity for each specific fire extinguisher type and assignment.
• Total: A grand total of all fire extinguishers listed is provided at the end.

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the specific types and quantities of fire extinguishers that are part of the opportunity. It directly informs procurement, stocking, and logistical planning for any offerors responding to a solicitation that includes these items. Bidders should use this list to ensure their proposals accurately reflect the required equipment.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To provide maintenance support for Maneuver Center of Excellence (MCoE) fire extinguishers, including Basic Issue Items (BII) for vehicles and buildings. This contract aims to ensure Operational Readiness (OR) rates and compliance with facility/building inspections.

• Annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, disposal, and hydrostatic testing for all fire extinguishers utilized by DOTS and MCoE Training Brigades.

• Services cover extinguishers in facilities and vehicles.

• Contractor must furnish all supervision, licensed personnel, equipment, tools, labor, material, parts, transportation, and waste disposal.

• Estimated 2,050 fire extinguishers per year over a 5-year ordering period.

• Contractor will pick up and deliver extinguishers monthly or quarterly to a designated location (Fuel Point Building 5422, Harmony Church (DOTS)).

• Contractor will not enter buildings or vehicles to service extinguishers.

• Types of extinguishers include Co2 and Dry Chemical (Class A, B, C) in sizes from 2.5 to 50 pounds.

• Components requiring service include O-rings, valve stems, gauges, hose bands, pull pins, and nozzles.

• Type 1 (Co2) extinguishers that cannot be serviced with non-Army parts will be disposed of by the contractor.

• Type 2 extinguishers will be repaired or disposed of if unrepairable.

• No charge for pick-up/delivery or disposal.

• Services must be performed in accordance with NFPA-10, AR 420-1, and MCoE regulation 420-90.

• Contractor shall develop and maintain a Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure services meet contract requirements.

• QCP submission required within 10 days of contract award, with a final submission within 10 days of Government comments.

• Government will evaluate performance using a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• Service Contract Reporting (SCR) required via www.sam.gov, detailing labor hours and invoiced amounts.

• 5-year ordering period.

• Services performed at Fort Benning, GA.

• Contractor provides transportation for extinguishers.

• Contractor personnel must complete Anti-Terrorism (AT) Level I Training, OPSEC Training, iWATCH Training, and Information Assurance (IA) Training as applicable.

• Compliance with safety laws and regulations (FAR 52.236-13, EM 385-1-1) and environmental compliance.

• Background checks required for all vendor and subcontractor employees.

• Contractor must adhere to installation access control and security requirements.

• Technical Exhibit A: Performance Requirements Summary

• Technical Exhibit B: Deliverables Schedule

• Attachment 1: Estimated Workload Data

• Attachment 2: Historical Workload Data

• Attachment 3: Government Property (GP)

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To ensure fire extinguishers are available and operate properly according to Federal and State regulations, and NFPA 10.

• Annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, and hydrostatic testing for approximately 2,050 fire extinguishers per ordering period.

• Services cover DOTS and all MCoE Training Brigades for facilities and vehicles.

• Contractor to furnish all supervision, licensed personnel, equipment, tools, labor, material, parts, transportation, and waste disposal.

• Services will be performed as extinguishers become unserviceable or due for routine services.

• Types of extinguishers include CO2 (Type 1) and Dry Chemical (Type 2) in sizes from 2.5 to 50 pounds.

• Type 1 (CO2) extinguishers cannot be serviced with non-Army parts; if parts are needed, they will be disposed of by the contractor. Unrepairable Type 1 extinguishers will be discharged and disposed of by the contractor.

• Type 2 extinguishers will be repaired or replaced by the contractor if they cannot be recharged or are damaged.

• Period of Performance: 5 ordering periods.

• Pick-up/Drop-Off Location: One assigned location at Fort Benning, GA (Fuel Point Building 5422, Harmony Church (DOTS)).

• Contractor provides own transportation for pick-up/drop-off.

• Services to be conducted once a month.

• Contractors will not install or uninstall extinguishers from buildings or vehicles; extinguishers will be staged in a secure area.

• No charge for pick-up/drop-off or disposal.

• Inspection: According to manufacturer, industry, federal, state, and local regulations.

• Maintenance/Repair: To ensure functionality and safety. Includes replacement of non-operational or problematic equipment. Components will be covered by the maintenance support program.

• Refill/Recharge: For rechargeable-type extinguishers after use or as indicated. Includes a leak test.

• Testing: 12-year hydrostatic testing according to industry standards (NFPA), local/state/federal regulations, and manufacturer instructions.

• Submit monthly reports to the COR detailing conditions found, repairs, recharging, and parts utilized.

• All records, documents, and associated papers generated become government property.

• Environmental Safety: Follow recharging instructions and do not vent vapors.

• Access and Security: Vendor and sub-vendor employees must comply with installation access requirements, including background checks and potential iWATCH and AT Level I training.

• Compliance with Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13 and other applicable security policies is required for access to DoD facilities.