Fire Extinguisher Services
Overview
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Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Mission and Installation Contracting Command - Fort Benning, Georgia, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify firms capable of providing Fire Extinguisher Services at Fort Benning, GA. This includes inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge, and testing for approximately 2,050 fire extinguishers. This is for planning purposes only; no solicitation is available at this time. Responses are due February 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers annual inspection, maintenance/repair, refill/recharge/discharge, and hydrostatic testing for approximately 2,050 fire extinguishers across DOTS and MCoE Training Brigades. The contractor will furnish all supervision, licensed personnel, equipment, tools, labor, material, parts, transportation, and waste disposal. Services will be performed monthly as extinguishers become unserviceable or due for routine services. Types include CO2 (Type 1) and Dry Chemical (Type 2) from 2.5 to 50 pounds. The contractor is responsible for disposal of unrepairable Type 1 extinguishers and repair/replacement of Type 2 extinguishers.
Period & Place of Performance
- Period: 5 ordering periods.
- Location: Fort Benning, GA, with pick-up/drop-off at Fuel Point Building 5422, Harmony Church (DOTS).
- Services: Conducted once a month. Contractor provides transportation; no installation/uninstalling of extinguishers from buildings/vehicles.
Services to be Performed
- Inspection: According to manufacturer, industry, federal, state, and local regulations.
- Maintenance/Repair: To ensure functionality and safety, including replacement of non-operational equipment.
- Refill/Recharge: For rechargeable extinguishers after use or as indicated, including leak tests.
- Testing: 12-year hydrostatic testing per industry standards (NFPA), regulations, and manufacturer instructions.
Reporting & Special Requirements
- Reporting: Monthly reports to the COR detailing conditions, repairs, recharging, and parts utilized. All records become government property.
- Environmental Safety: Follow recharging instructions; do not vent vapors.
- Access & Security: Vendor and sub-vendor employees must comply with installation access requirements, including background checks and potential iWATCH/AT Level I training.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 13, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: January 30, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research to determine the best overall acquisition strategy and to assess the availability and capabilities of firms, particularly small businesses in all socioeconomic categories. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not obligate the Government to acquire services or pay for information received.