Annual Contract for Fire Permit and Inspection Software and Maintenance

The purpose of this contract is to acquire a comprehensive software solution that includes modules for managing construction permits, operational permits, plan reviews, inspections, self-inspections, fire sprinkler inspection, testing and maintenance (ITM) reports, fire watches, public education events, hydrant inspections, hydrant flow tests, and pre-incident plans.

Award will be all or none. Award by total lowest bid meeting specifications.

1. CONTRACT TERMS: Vendor(s) will be awarded a twelve (12) month contract, effective from the date of award or notice to proceed as determined by the Tarrant County Purchasing Department. At Tarrant County’s option and approval by the Vendor, the contract may be renewed for two (2) additional twelve (12) month periods, as further explained in Renewal Options. Prices must remain firm for the entire contract.

2. RENEWAL OPTIONS: Tarrant County reserves the right to exercise an option to renew the contract of the Vendor for two (2) additional twelve (12) month periods, provided such option is stipulated and agreed upon by both parties. If Tarrant County exercises the right in writing, the Vendor must update and submit any documents required during the initial solicitation by no later than thirty (30) calendar days prior to the commencement of the option period. Required documents must be in force for the full period of the option. If the updated documents are not submitted by the Vendor in complete form within the time specified, Tarrant County may rescind its option or seek a new solicitation.