Tests and Inspections of Fire Extinguishers, Fire Rated Doors and Panic Hardware at USAG Italy DMC
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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 Department of the Army is soliciting proposals via a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Tests and Inspections of Fire Extinguishers, Fire Rated Doors, and Panic Hardware at USAG Italy, DMC. This non-personal service requires the contractor to manage and provide all necessary equipment, tools, and labor. The resulting contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price type. Responses are due by June 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM Local Italy time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will perform comprehensive testing and inspection services for various types of fire extinguishers (powder, CO2, foam), fire-rated doors, and panic hardware. This includes scheduled inspections, maintenance, recharge services, and disposal of expired units. Inspections of fire-rated doors will cover hinge tightness, seal integrity, cracks, and magnetic unlocking systems. Panic hardware inspections involve verifying integrity, calibration, lubrication, and certification compliance. All services must adhere to specific standards including UNI 9994-1/2, UNI 11473-1, UNI EN 1125, UNI EN 179, and NFPA regulations. A digital Check Log must be maintained for all activities.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) resulting from an RFQ.
- Product/Service Code (PSC): H212 - Equipment And Materials Testing: Fire Control Equipment.
- NAICS Code: 541990 - All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.
- Period of Performance: A base year from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, followed by four one-year option periods, extending potentially through August 31, 2031.
- Place of Performance: Camp Darby and PASA, Via Vecchia Livornese, Tirrenia, Pisa, and Leghorn Army Depot, Via Aurelia, Tombolo, Pisa, Italy.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Funding: Funds are available for this requirement.
Key Requirements & Attachments
Bidders must demonstrate their experience by completing an Experience Questionnaire (Attachment 7), detailing three relevant projects within the last five years, each valued at a minimum of €15,000. Compliance with Italian anti-mafia regulations is mandatory, requiring submission of a Self Certification for Antimafia Communication (Attachment 2). The Performance Work Statement (PWS) (Attachment 6) outlines specific performance standards (100% service and compliance), Quality Control Plan (QCP) requirements, and personnel qualifications (AT Level I, OPSEC, iWATCH). Bidders must also review the Hazard General List (Attachment 5) and the DUVRI (Attachment 3) for a comprehensive understanding of site-specific risks and safety protocols, as well as the Standard Operating Procedures (Attachment 4) for emergency response.
Pre-Quote Conference & Submission
A Pre-Quote Conference is scheduled for June 8, 2026, at 10:00 hrs on Teams. Interested parties must email ketti.andrei2.ln@army.mil and jonathon.williams.civ@army.mil by Close of Business, June 5, 2026, to receive an invitation. While attendance is not mandatory to submit an offer, it is highly recommended. To be eligible for award, contractors must possess a NCAGE number and be registered in SAM.gov.