Description
The City of Somerville is seeking a qualified contractor to perform semi‑annual inspections, testing, and essential repairs of fire‑detection systems across all municipal and school facilities, with on‑call emergency support. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price, low‑bid award for a one‑year term (renewable for up to two additional years) and requires compliance with Massachusetts prevailing‑ and living‑wage ordinances, DCACM certification, and extensive bonding and insurance. Bidders must submit a 5 % bid deposit and provide a full suite of required forms and certifications.
• Perform twice‑yearly inspections/testing of fire alarm panels, devices, and power supplies at every City‑owned building.
• Conduct any essential repairs needed to keep systems operational, with prior DPW authorization and billing at rates listed on the bid form.
• Provide 24‑hour emergency on‑call response (acknowledgement within 1 hr, start work within 2 hrs) and submit inspection reports within three business days.
• Maintain required licenses, DCACM certification, OSHA safety training, and meet Massachusetts prevailing‑wage and living‑wage requirements.
• Supply required bonds (100 % of contract value) and insurance, and deliver all required bid documentation, including a signed cover letter and various certifications.