Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression System Inspections

Bryan Independent School District (Bryan ISD) is soliciting competitive proposals from qualified and interested vendors to perform Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression System Inspections, Districtwide effective June 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 with two (2) one-year options to renew, if agreed upon by both parties. The inspections will be performed in accordance with HFPA standards and State of Texas requirements. The awarded vendor will complete inspections, provide reports, and perform all required tests or inspections and coordinate where required with School Nutrition Services. Some key responsibilities of the awarded vendor include: • Inspect the system to determine whether it is in service and in satisfactory condition in accordance with NFPA standards. • Test remote pulls for condition and operation. • Perform an automatic trip test of the system. • Test manual release of the system. • Verify mechanical operation of the system. • Verify the gas and electrical shutoff function. • Replace fusible links where required. • Check system components for cleanliness. • Restore the system to normal operations. • Reset the system. • Install new tamper seals. • Inspect suppression agent cylinder. • Verify the cylinder/cartridge pressure, agent weight and condition. • Check that the last hydro test dates are within code requirements. • Inspect and verify piping/bracing to manufacturer's specifications. • Inspect all nozzles and verify that they are properly aimed, free of blockage, and have proper blow off caps intact. • Verify that a proper portable fire extinguisher is available in a an easily seen, acceptable location. • Inspect for any changes in the hazard area that may affect the performance and reliability of the fire suppression system. • Tag system as required and perform all required record keeping. • Check the integrity of the pipe per NFPA 17a 7.4.4.2 2021. • Compile a complete report of the inspection, explaining any deficiencies and recommend corrective action to be taken in accordance with recognized codes.