Fire Alarm and Suppression System Maintenance

Location: Federal
Posted: Mar 25, 2026
Due: Apr 1, 2026
Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE
Type of Government: Federal
Category:
  • 63 - Alarm, Signal, and Detection Systems
  • J - Maintenance, Repair, and Rebuilding of Equipment
Solicitation No: FA568226QA001
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FA568226QA001
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Department/Ind. Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Major Command
U
Sub Command
S
Sub Command 2
AIR FORCES IN EUROPE
Office
FA5682 31 CONS (UNIT 6102)
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General Information
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
  • Original Published Date: Mar 25, 2026 09:02 am EET
  • Original Response Date: Apr 01, 2026 03:00 pm EEST
  • Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
  • Original Inactive Date: Apr 16, 2026
  • Initiative:
    • None
Classification
  • Original Set Aside: No Set aside used
  • Product Service Code:
  • NAICS Code:
  • Place of Performance:
    405100
    ROU
Description

1.0 General Information

1.1 Description of Services & Introduction This Performance Work Statement (PWS) requires a contractor to provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other non-personnel services necessary to perform comprehensive inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) for the existing fire alarm and suppression systems installed at the VM Hangar and SOF facilities, as defined in this PWS. The contractor shall perform all services to the standards specified in this contract.

1.2 Background The facilities are equipped with an Olympia Electronics analogue addressable fire alarm system and associated water-based suppression systems. Proper maintenance and inspection are critical to ensure the safety of all personnel and the protection of government property.

1.3 Objectives The primary objective of this contract is to ensure the fire alarm and suppression systems are maintained in a constant state of readiness and full operational capability, compliant with all applicable standards and manufacturer requirements.

1.4 Scope The contractor shall provide all necessary management, supervision, labor, materials, tools, and equipment to perform comprehensive ITM, smoke detector cleaning, repair services, and technical assistance for the fire alarm and water-based suppression systems. This scope covers the Olympia Electronics BSR-1004 Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel, all connected peripheral devices, and all water-based suppression systems and associated equipment as detailed in Section 2.0.

2.0 Equipment to be Serviced

This PWS requires a contractor to provide services for the existing fire alarm and suppression systems installed at the facility. The contractor shall be responsible for all labor, tools, materials, and supervision necessary to perform maintenance, inspection, and potential repair or replacement services on the equipment detailed below.

2.1 Fire Alarm Control Panel Specifications

The fire alarm system is controlled by an Olympia Electronics analogue addressable panel. All work must be compatible with this specific model and its associated components.

Specification

Details

Equipment Type

Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm Panel

Manufacturer

Olympia Electronics

Model

BSR-1004

Serial Number (S/N)

2938

System Type

Analogue Addressable

System Capacity

4 Loops

Repeater Panel

Compatible with BSR-1000 Repeater Panel

Power Supply

220-240V AC, 50-60Hz, 130VA Max

Enclosure Rating

IP30

Country of Origin

Greece

2.2 WATER BASED SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

These systems include but, are not limited to all associated equipment such as: tamper switches, pressure switches, flow switches, fire pumps, water reservoir tanks, liners, bladders, and air compressors. The Contractor’s area of service responsibility starts at Main Control Valve (MCV) (e.g., Post Indicator valve) with its tamper switch (if provided) and applies to all water suppression systems downstream of MCV.

2.3 Compliance and Standards

The contractor must ensure that all work performed, and any parts or components replaced, meet or exceed the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications and comply with the following European standards to which the panel is certified, as well as all applicable local and national standards, regulations, and laws for the installation location.

• EN 54-2:1997+A1:2006 (Control and indicating equipment)

• EN 54-4:1997+A1:2002+A2:2006 (Power supply equipment)

• CE Mark (Notified Body: 1293)

• Construction Products Regulation (CPR) No: 1293 - CPR - 0658 Rev.1

• Declaration of Performance (DoP) No: 921100400_59_001

The contractor is responsible for verifying all site conditions and equipment details prior to commencing work.

3.0 Scope of Work

3.1 Required Tasks

Task

Description

3.1.1 Semi-Annual System Inspection & Testing

Conduct a complete functional and visual inspection of 100% of the fire alarm system components on a semi-annual basis. This includes testing every smoke detector, manual call point, and audible/visual notification appliance to ensure proper operation and communication with the main control panel, in line with UNI 11224 requirements for addressable systems.

3.1.2 Smoke Detector Cleaning

As part of the ITM service, clean all addressable smoke detectors that indicate a 49% or higher analog level at the FACP. The contractor must download and provide a status report from the FACP before and after cleaning.

3.1.3 Preventive Maintenance

Clean all system components as needed, check for environmental changes affecting device performance, and perform all manufacturer-recommended preventive maintenance actions during scheduled visits.

3.1.4 Emergency and Extraordinary Maintenance

Provide emergency, on-call repair services to correct any system deficiencies or malfunctions. The contractor must respond and be onsite within 4 normal working hours after receipt of a service call.

3.1.5 Deficiency Correction

Correct all deficiencies identified during inspection or testing. Minor deficiencies shall be corrected during the inspection visit. For major deficiencies requiring parts or extended labor, the contractor shall provide a written quote for repair within 5 business days of discovery.

3.2 Deliverables and Reporting

Deliverable

Description

3.2.1 ITM Service Schedule

No later than ten (10) working days after award of the contract, the contractor shall submit a detailed schedule for all mandatory ITM services for approval. This schedule must be adhered to and updated as necessary.

3.2.2 ITM Service Report

Within two (2) working days of completing any inspection, the contractor shall submit a detailed dual-language report. The report must include a list of all devices tested, their status (pass/fail), a description of any deficiencies found, and the corrective actions taken or recommended.

3.2.3 Certificate of Compliance

Upon completion of the first semi-annual inspection and annually thereafter, the contractor shall provide a formal Certificate of Compliance stating that the fire alarm system is fully operational and meets all relevant EN 54 and local fire code standards.

3.2.4 Emergency / Extraordinary Service Report

A service report shall be provided by the second working day following the completion of any emergency or extraordinary repair, detailing the nature of the fault, cause, description of work completed, hours expended, and materials used.

3.2.5 Weekly Service Submittals

The contractor shall provide a weekly summary including a parts history summary, a work order tracker, and performance metrics.

4.0 Period of Performance

The period of performance for this contract will be for one (1) Base Year of twelve (12) months, with the possibility of four (4) additional one-year Option Periods. The exercise of any Option Period will be at the sole discretion of the Government.

Period

Duration

Start Date

End Date

Base Year

12 Months

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Option Year 1

12 Months

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Option Year 2

12 Months

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Option Year 3

12 Months

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Option Year 4

12 Months

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5.0 Contractor Qualifications

The Contractor must meet the following minimum qualifications to be considered technically acceptable for this contract.

5.1 Corporate Experience The Contractor shall have a minimum of five (5) years of continuous corporate experience in the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of commercial-grade, analogue addressable fire alarm systems.

5.2 Technician Certification and Training All technicians must be fully trained and certified to work on analogue addressable fire alarm systems.

5.3 Key Personnel The Contractor shall appoint key personnel, including a primary and alternate point of contact, who are responsible for the performance of the work.

5.4 Language Proficiency All contractor personnel must be proficient in the local language. Key personnel who

interact with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) must also be proficient in English.

5.5 Licensing and Insurance The Contractor must possess and maintain all required local, state, and national licenses and permits necessary to legally perform fire alarm system services.

5.6 Emergency Response Capability The Contractor must demonstrate the capability to meet the emergency response time requirements as specified in Section 3.1.4.


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Contracting Office Address
  • OPC 103 BOX 4 APO AE 09604-9001
  • APO , AE 09604-6102
  • USA
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History
  • Mar 25, 2026 09:02 am EETSources Sought (Original)
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