FY27 ANNUAL FIRE DETECTION, ANNUAL FIRE SUPPRESSION & SEMI ANNUAL ANSUL KITCHEN HOOD INSPECTIONS, USP ATWATER

The Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP), United States Penitentiary in Atwater, California intends to make a single award to a qualified responsible entity to perform (1) Annual Fire Detection System testing, (1) Annual Fire Sprinkler/Riser Testing, and (2) Semi-Annual ANSUL Kitchen Hood Fire System Maintenance. They are located at United States Penitentiary Atwater, 1 Federal Way, Atwater, CA 95301. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to obtain permitting, should it be required.

• Annual Fire Detection System Alarm & Pull Station Testing: Inspection and testing of approximately 15 Simplex fire alarm panels, 35 annunciators, 540 smoke heads, 240 pull stations, 45 heat detectors, 140 duct detectors, 60 flow switches, and 70 tamper switches in accordance with NFPA 72.


• Annual Fire Sprinkler and Riser Testing: Comprehensive testing of approximately 53 wet risers, 3 dry risers, and 2 electric fire pumps in accordance with NFPA 25.


• Semi-Annual ANSUL Kitchen Hood Maintenance: Semi-annual inspection and maintenance of approximately 9 kitchen hood fire suppression systems located across two (2) kitchens and one (1) chemical/battery storage locker at the USP and Federal Prison Camp, to include replacing fusible links and spray nozzles in accordance with NFPA 96

Institutional Security Requirements (USP Atwater)

The performance of this contract takes place within a high-security federal penitentiary. The contractor must strictly adhere to all USP Atwater institutional security regulations:

• Background Clearances: All contract personnel must pass a comprehensive NCIC background check..


• Tool Control: All tools, equipment, vehicles, and test weights brought onto the reservation will be subject to thorough inventory, search, and strict tool control procedures at the rear gate entrance. Any missing tools will result in an immediate facility lockdown.


• Contraband: Cell phones, personal electronics, cameras, weapons, and drugs are strictly prohibited. Contractors may not bring personal items inside the secure perimeter.

Evaluation & Award

Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote represents the Lowest Price with Past Performance considered.

Submission Instructions

Interested small businesses must submit their written quotes via email to John Ridgeway j3ridgeway@bop.gov no later than 11/13/2026 at 09:00 PST].

Quotes must include:

• Company Information: Name, address, SAM.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI), and point of contact.


• Pricing: A line-item, firm-fixed-price quote for the full scope of work.

All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to the email address above no later than 11/09/2026.