RFP for Bedford Township Fire Department Training Tower Repair & Maintenance

Location:	Michigan
Posted:	May 27, 2026
Due:	Jun 12, 2026
Agency:	Bedford township
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	U - Education and Training Services
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BEDFORD TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT

May 26, 2026

RE: REQUEST FOR SEALED BIDS

Fire Training Tower Repair and Maintenance Project

The Bedford Township Fire Department is soliciting sealed bids from qualified contractors for the repair,

rehabilitation, and maintenance of the live fire training tower located at 8100 Jackman Road,

Temperance, Michigan 48182.

The project is based upon deficiencies and recommendations identified during a recent five-year

structural and operational inspection completed by Rimkus Consulting Group in accordance with NFPA

1400 requirements for live fire training structures. The inspection report dated May 8, 2026, is attached

and shall be considered part of these bid specifications.

The training tower is a three-story live fire training structure containing two non-gas-fired burn rooms

utilizing Westemp insulation panel systems. Contractors submitting proposals shall review the attached

inspection report in its entirety and provide a comprehensive proposal addressing all identified repair

and maintenance items.

At a minimum, all proposals shall include the following:

• Detailed cost estimates for all recommended repairs and maintenance items

• Estimated timeline for project completion following contract execution

• Estimated lead times for procurement of materials and scheduling

• Applicable warranty information for labor and materials

• Contractor qualifications and documented experience with live fire training structures, burn

buildings, or similar specialized facilities

• Identification of any subcontractors proposed for use on the project

• Proof of appropriate licensing and insurance coverage

Attention shall be given to the following HIGH-PRIORITY items, which must be completed before the

structure may be returned to service:

• Removal and replacement of damaged, cracked, and failed Westemp insulation panels in both

burn rooms

• Removal and replacement of the pyrometers and data logging system in both burn rooms

Additional medium- and low-priority deficiencies identified within the inspection report shall also be

included in the proposal and separated by category and priority level.

Contractors are encouraged to conduct a site visit prior to submission of bids. Site visits may be

scheduled by contacting the Bedford Township Fire Department.

All work shall comply with applicable NFPA standards, manufacturer specifications, OSHA regulations,

state and local codes, and industry best practices for live fire training facilities.

The Bedford Township Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities or

irregularities in the bidding process, and accept the proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the

Township.

Sealed bids shall be clearly marked:

“SEALED BID – FIRE TRAINING TOWER REPAIRS”

and delivered to:

Bedford Township Clerk’s Department

8100 Jackman Rd,

Temperance, MI 48182

Bids must be received no later than June 12, 2026, by 4:00 P.M.

Bids will not be opened at the time of the deadline. Bids will be open at the discretion of the Clerk,

when time allows. Results will be posted on the township website www.bedfordmi.com

Questions regarding this request may be directed to:

Fire Chief Bob Vanklingeren

Bedford Township Fire Department

Phone: 734-224-7312

Email: Bvanklingeren@bedfordmi.org

Thank you for your interest in this project. We appreciate your time and consideration and look forward

to reviewing your proposal.

100 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 200

Troy, MI 48084

(941) 727-2600

Report of Findings

Fire Training Tower, 5-Year Tower Inspection

8100 Jackman Road, Temperance, MI

Rimkus Matter No: 100336464

Prepared For:

Fire Facilities, Inc.

314 Wilburn Road

Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Attention:

Ms. Shelly Mertig

Digitally signed by: DERECK J HODSON

Date: 2026.05.08 15:46:49 -06'00'

Dereck J. Hodson, P.E.

Engineering Number P.E. 6201313043

Senior Consultant

Craig M. Dudas

Craig M. Dudas, R.S.

Reserve Specialist #215

Senior Practice Leader – Construction Advisory

May 8, 2026

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. General Information/Scope of Services

II. Tower Description

III. Background Information

IV. Observations

• General Observations – Visual

• Structural Observations – Visual

• Non-Structural Observations

V. Summary

VI. Basis of Report

VII. Attachments

A. Photographs

B. Service Bulletin

C. Paint and Care Maintenance Manual

D. Curriculum Vitae

May 8, 2026

Section I

GENERAL INFORMATION/SCOPE OF SERVICES

Rimkus has conducted this visual structural evaluation to assess the structural integrity

of the fire training tower and make recommendations. National Fire Protection Association

(NFPA) 1400 (2026 Edition) Section 8.2 requires that the structural integrity of the live fire

training structure be evaluated and documented annually by the building owner, operator,

or Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). If visible structural defects are found, such as but

not limited to cracks, rust, spalls, or warps in structural floors, columns, beams, walls, or

metal panels, the owner/operator shall have a follow-up evaluation conducted by a

licensed professional engineer with live fire training structure experience and expertise.

Follow-up Inspection Program

The follow-up inspection program complies with NFPA 1400 section 8.2.1.1 and will

include the following, if applicable:

• Complete service carried out by a licensed professional engineer with live fire

training structure experience and expertise.

• Visual inspection of the exposed areas of the foundation and slab.

• Visual inspection of the exterior of the tower.

• Visual inspection of all exposed structural elements.

• Visual inspection of all thermal linings.

• Visual inspection of all doors and window shutters, including hardware.

• Visual inspection of stairs, ladders, and fire escapes.

• Recommendations for repairs, maintenance, or improvements.

• A formal report with photographs documenting the findings.

Non-Gas-Fired/5-Year Inspection Program

May 8, 2026 | Rimkus Matter No. 100336464

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