This contract is a one‑year service agreement for semi‑annual inspection and fuse‑link replacement of two fire‑suppression hood systems at the GulfQuest Maritime Museum in Mobile, AL. The City of Mobile’s Building Services Department required bidders to attend a mandatory pre‑quote meeting, submit sealed quotes by a set deadline, and demonstrate compliance with insurance, E‑Verify, and non‑discrimination requirements. The selected vendor, R. Carter & Associates, will perform inspections in July 2019 and January 2020, submit detailed service reports after each visit, and receive payment after each inspection is approved. The contract prohibits overtime, mandates work within normal business hours, and requires all taxes to be included in the quoted price.
• Scope: Two semi‑annual fire‑suppression hood inspections with fuse‑link replacement, reporting, and any additional work only with written city authorization.
• Compliance: Mandatory E‑Verify enrollment, specific liability/auto insurance limits, workers’ compensation, and adherence to NFPA 96 standards.
• Procurement: Open RFQ with mandatory pre‑quote meeting; bids due April 26 2019, evaluated thereafter; award to a single vendor.