Fire Alarm and Suppression System Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Services with a 2-Year Extension Option

The text is a Request for Proposals (RFP) document from the City of Providence, Rhode Island, for Fire Alarm and Suppression System Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Services. Here's a summary: **Project Overview** * The City of Providence is seeking a contractor to provide fire alarm and suppression system inspection, testing, and maintenance services. * The contract has a term of approximately 5 years (expiring 12/31/2028) with a 2-year extension option. **Submission Requirements** * Bidders must submit 2 copies of their bid in sealed envelopes or packages labeled with the item description and company name. * The bid must include: + Bid Form 1: Bidder's Blank + Bid Form 2: Certification of Bidder + Bid Form 3: Certificate Regarding Public Records + Bid Form 4: Affidavit of City Vendor + Forms from the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program (if applicable) + Bidder's Proposal/Packet (including pricing information and details about the services) + Financial assurance (if required) **Key Dates** * Deadline for questions: November 10, 2025 * Bid opening date: November 17, 2025, at 2:15 P.M. * Awards will be made within 90 days of bid opening. **Evaluation Criteria** * The Board of Contract and Supply will make the award to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. * The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids. **Other Requirements** * Bidders must certify that they do not unlawfully discriminate in their business and hiring practices. * A certificate of insurance will normally be required of the successful vendor. * The contractor will not be permitted to assign or underlet the contract without the previous written consent of the City Purchasing Director. **Contact Information** * Questions about the process, forms, and submission should be directed to the Purchasing Department ([email protected]). * Questions about the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program should be directed to the MBE/WBE Outreach Director ([email protected]). * Questions about the specifications should be directed to Dan O'Brien ([email protected]).