Three (3) Year Contract for Labor, Materials, and Equipment to Perform

Location:	Louisiana
Posted:	Mar 11, 2026
Due:	Apr 7, 2026
Agency:	State Government of Louisiana
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	H - Quality Control, Testing, and Inspection Services
Solicitation No:	JPP-50-00149550
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Bid Number 50–00149550

Three (3) Year Contract for Labor, Materials, and Equipment to

Perform Annual Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Inspections and

Repairs for Various Jefferson Parish Departments

BID DUE: April 7, 2026 AT 2:00 PM

ATTENTION VENDORS!!!

Please review all pages and respond accordingly, complying with all provisions

in the technical specifications and Jefferson Parish Instructions for Bidders and

General Terms and Conditions. All bids must be received on the Purchasing

Department’s eProcurement site, www.jeffparishbids.net , by the bid due date

and time. Late bids will not be accepted.

Jefferson Parish Purchasing Department

200 Derbigny Street

General Government Building, Suite 4400

Gretna, LA 70053

Purchasing Specialist II: Stacey Champagne

Email: stacey.champagne@jeffparish.gov

Phone: 504-364-2688

Three (3) year Contract for Labor, Materials, and Equipment to Perform Annual Fire

Extinguisher Maintenance Inspections and Repairs for various Jefferson Parish Departments

Bid # 50-00149550

Section 1.0 – License:

License(s) issued by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors in accordance with

existing state laws, and shall comply with the Licensing Requirements of LRS 37:2150 et. seq.,

and such license number must be entered in the appropriate field in the electronic

procurement system. Failure to comply will result in the bid being rejected.

License required for this bid issued by the Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office: A copy of this

license will be required upon request.

• Life Safety and Property Protection

Section 2.0 – Scope:

• We extend this bid to cover the furnishing of labor, materials, and equipment necessary

to provide a three (3) year contract to perform annual fire extinguisher normal

maintenance inspections and needed repairs for various departments within Jefferson

Parish.

Section 2.1 - Standards:

• All contractors, its employees and subcontractors shall comply with all recognized

standards, including those of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA); those

recognized by federal law or regulation; those published by nationally recognized

standards-making organizations; those industry standards established by accepted

practices or trade associations; or those contained in manufacturer’s installation manuals

in accordance with life safety and property protection licensing law LA. R.S. 40:1664.2.

• All contractors, their employees, and subcontractors providing services shall maintain

current licenses in good standing with the Fire Marshal’s office for each trade application

related to the contract in accordance with life safety & property protection licensing law

LA. R.S. 40:1664.6, 1664.7 & 1664.14.

• All installations, certifications, inspections, service, and maintenance of fire sprinklers, fire

protection, and property protection systems and equipment shall comply with all

applicable law and administrative rules promulgated by the State Fire Marshal.

• When periodic recharging or hydro-testing is performed, the six-year requirement shall

begin from that date

• The Contractor is responsible for compliance with the provisions of LA. R.S. 40:1664. 1-

40:1664. LAC 55 V Chapter 30 and Act 370 of the 2006 regular legislative session.

• Inspections shall be done in accordance with N.F.P.A. – 10.

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Section 3.0 – Extinguisher Sizes:

The current inventory of fire extinguisher sizes and types is as follows:

SIZE

• 2 ½, 5, 10, 15, and 20 LB

• 6 Liter, and 2 ½ Gallon

• 5, 9, and 11 LB

• 6 Liter, 1.75 and 2 ½ Gallon

TYPE

Dry chemical

Type K

CO2

Wet chemical

Halogenated

Water

Section 4.0 Specifications:

NORMAL MAINTENANCE INSPECTION

The Successful Bidder shall perform the following maintenance inspections;

• The successful bidder must perform all maintenance and refilling services at the site or

provide pickup and delivery of the extinguishers.

• In the event the successful bidder must remove an extinguisher from the site for

maintenance or refilling, the successful bidder must provide an extinguisher of the same

type and size until the existing extinguisher is returned.

• Six-year maintenance procedures shall include a thorough examination of mechanical

parts, extinguishing agents, and expelling means. This information shall be included on

the maintenance tag or label.

• Recharging shall be performed by trained persons having available the proper types of

tools, recharging materials, lubricants, and manufacturer’s recommended replacement

parts.

• Extinguisher shells of the non-compressed gas type that pass a hydrostatic test shall have

the test information recorded on a suitable metallic label of equally durable material.

• A heatless process shall affix the label to the shell. These labels shall self-destruct when

removed from the extinguisher shell.

• The label shall include the month and year the test was performed, the pressure used,

and the initials of the trained person performing the test.

• A visual check of each extinguisher pressure gauge for proper range or position.

• Inspect each extinguisher pull-pin assembly for proper performance.

• Inspect for any visual defects.

• Check each extinguisher for any corrosion.

• Check for any leakage.

• Inspect the fullness of the extinguisher by weighing it.

• Check for any clogged nozzles.

• Check for any maintenance/repairs required by code.

• Inspect the safety seal for broken or missing seals.

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Section 4.0 Specifications: Continued

• The successful bidder shall submit a written report to the owner identifying any

deficiencies found during the inspection. The contractor shall provide a quote for the

necessary repairs as specified in the contract.

• No repairs outside of the routine maintenance inspection can be performed unless

authorized by Jefferson Parish, and a purchase order number is provided.

• The owner will provide a purchase order number for the needed repairs as per the

deficiencies and quote provided by the contractor.

• After a visual check determines the extinguisher pressure gauge is broken, the contractor

shall repair and/or replace it if needed to allow for proper operation.

• If the pull-pin assembly is found to be broken, the contractor shall repair and/or replace

it if needed to allow for proper operation.

• Inspect the fullness of the extinguisher by weighing it.

• IF NEEDED – Properly fill the extinguisher.

• IF NEEDED – Properly recharge the extinguisher.

• If nozzles are found to be clogged, repair and/or replace them if needed to allow for

proper operation.

• Check for any maintenance required by code

• Inspect the safety seal for broken or missing seals. Replace if needed.

• Perform hydro-testing on extinguishers requiring the 6-year maintenance as per NFPA

10(98) 2010 codes and standards (or latest revisions).

Section 5.0 – Working Hours:

The work that is to be performed shall be scheduled during regular working hours, Monday

through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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DATE: 3/11/2026

BID NO: 50-00149550

INVITATION TO BID

THIS IS NOT AN ORDER

Page: 1

JEFFERSON PARISH

PURCHASING DEPARTMENT

P.O. BOX 9

GRETNA, LA. 70054-0009

504-364-2678

PURCHASING SPECIALIST:

stacey.champagne@jeffparish.gov

BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED ONLINE VIA WWW.JEFFPARISHBIDS.NET UNTIL 2:00 PM, 4/07/2026

AND PUBLICLY OPENED THEREAFTER IN THE WEST BANK PURCHASING DEPT, SUITE 4400, JEFFERSON PARISH

GENERAL GOVERNMENT BUILDING, 200 DERBIGNY STREET, GRETNA, LA 70053. At no charge, bidders are to submit

their bid via Jefferson Parish’s electronic procurement page. Additional instructions are included in the text box

highlighting electronic procurement.

LATE BIDS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

NOTE: ONLY BIDS WRITTEN IN INK OR TYPEWRITTEN, AND PROPERLY SIGNED BY A MEMBER OF THE FIRM OR

AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE, WILL BE ACCEPTED. PENCIL AND/OR PHOTOSTATIC FIGURES FOR SIGNATURES

SHALL RESULT IN BID REJECTION. HOWEVER, ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES AS DEFINED IN La. R.S. 9:2602(8) ARE

ACCEPTABLE. IN ACCORDANCE WITH La. R.S. 9:2602(8, JEFFERSON PARISH REQUIRES A SECURED DIGITAL

SIGNATURE AND BIDDERS MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF THE SECURED SIGNATURE WITH BID SUBMISSION.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS

A. All bids submitted are subject to these instructions and general conditions and any special conditions and

specifications contained herein, and in the terms and conditions of Resolution No. 136353 and/or Resolution No.

141125, all of which are made part of this bid proposal and ensuing contract by reference. By submitting a bid, vendor

agrees to comply with all provisions of Louisiana Law as well be in compliance with the Jefferson Parish Code of

Ordinances (“JPCO”), Louisiana Code of Ethics, and applicable Jefferson Parish ethical standards.

B. The General Conditions for construction projects (141125) and the General Conditions for the purchase of materials,

services and/or supplies (136353) are those adopted by the Jefferson Parish Council by Resolution No. 136353 and

Resolution No. 141125, respectively. The General Conditions adopted by these resolutions shall be considered as

much a part of this document and the ensuing contract or P.O. as if they were written wholly herein. A copy of each

may be obtained from the Office of the Parish Clerk, Suite 6700, Jefferson Parish General Government Building, 200

Derbigny Street, Gretna, LA 70053. You may also obtain a copy of each by visiting the Purchasing Department

webpage at http://www.jeffparish.gov/464/Purchasing and clicking on Online Forms.

C. Jefferson Parish adheres to the Louisiana Code of Governmental Ethics, contained in La. R.S. 42:1101, et seq.

Vendor/Proposer by this submission, warrants that there are no "conflicts of interest" related to this procurement that

would violate applicable Louisiana Law. Violation of the Louisiana Code of Governmental Ethics may result in

rescission of contract, permit or licenses, and the imposition of fines and/or penalties, without contractual liability to

the public in accordance with applicable law.

D. All vendors submitting bids should register as a Jefferson Parish vendor if not already yet registered. Registration

forms may be downloaded from http://www.jeffparish.gov/464/Purchasing and by clicking on Vendor Information.

Current W-9 forms with respective Tax Identification numbers and vendor applications may be submitted at any time;

however, if your company is not registered and/or a current W-9 form is not on file, vendor registration is mandatory.

Vendors may experience a delay in payment if your company is not a registered vendor with Jefferson Parish.

E. All quotations shall be based on F.O.B. Agency warehouse or job site (see Additional Requirements section),

anywhere within the Parish as designated by the Purchasing Department. This provision does not apply to Public

Works projects.

F. Jefferson Parish requires all products to be new (current) and all work must be performed according to standard

practices for the project. Unless otherwise specified, no aftermarket parts will be accepted. Unless otherwise

specified, all workmanship and materials must have at least one (1) year guaranty, in writing, from the date of delivery

and/or acceptance of the project. Any deviations or alterations from the specifications must be indicated on the bid

form with bid submission. Supporting documentation may be required upon request.

Visit our website at HTTP://JEFFPARISH.GOV/464/PURCHASING

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Bid Number	Description	Date Issued	Bid Open Date/Time
JPP-50-00149550	Three (3) Year Contract for Labor, Materials, and Equipment to Perform Annual Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Inspections and Repairs for JP De Original: JPP-50-00149550	03/11/2026	04/07/2026 2:00:00 PM CT

Department	Non State - Jefferson Parish Purchasing Department
Section	Jefferson Parish Purchasing
Dept Code	JPP
Contact	Misty Camardelle
Address	200 Derbigny St., Suite 4400 Gretna, LA 70053
Phone	504-364-2678
Fax	504-364-2693
Email	purchasing@jeffparish.net