Fire Alarm Sensitivity & Emergency Lighting Testing

This solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to perform annual fire‑alarm system sensitivity testing and emergency‑lighting inspections for the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh’s portfolio of public‑housing properties. The contractor will test all initiating devices, verify panel voltages, conduct scheduled sensitivity checks on smoke detectors (varying percentages each year), and validate emergency‑lighting operation under generator power where applicable. Detailed reports and documentation must be provided for each site. • Perform NFPA‑72‑compliant fire‑alarm testing on hundreds of detectors, pull stations, heat detectors, horns/strobes, and speakers across 22+ sites. • Conduct emergency‑lighting and exit‑sign testing per NFPA‑101, confirming 1.5‑hour operation and generator backup where present. • Deliver itemized test reports, record deficiencies, and coordinate with HACP technicians; work is scheduled on a 2‑week‑notice window provided by HACP. • No bid bond required; pricing is a firm‑fixed‑price hourly rate for one technician (estimated 3,150 hrs for the base 3‑year term). • Must meet socioeconomic goals (BABA, Section 3, MBE/WBE participation) and provide required insurance certificates within 10 days of award.