Intent Notice: Fire Sprinkler Testing and Inspections
ID: IHS1508131Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICEGREAT PLAINS AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCABERDEEN, SD, 57401, USA

NAICS

Fire Protection (922160)

PSC

INSPECTION- FIRE CONTROL EQUIPMENT (H312)
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    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service's Great Plains Area, is seeking contractors for fire sprinkler testing and inspections at various facilities in South Dakota and North Dakota. The primary objective is to ensure compliance with safety codes and maintain accreditation from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services through quarterly inspections, system testing, and maintenance. This procurement is vital for enhancing fire protection systems and ensuring the safety of healthcare environments within the Indian Health Service framework. Interested contractors can contact Erin Doering at Erin.Doering@ihs.gov or by phone at 605-226-7662 for further details, with inspections expected to commence within 30 days of the Notice to Proceed.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Erin Doering
    (605) 226-7662
    (605) 226-7689
    Erin.Doering@ihs.gov
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    The document outlines the Statement of Work for the inspection and testing of fire sprinkler systems at multiple facilities in the Great Plains Area Indian Health Service, covering locations in North and South Dakota. The primary objective is to ensure these systems are compliant with relevant safety codes and maintain accreditation from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Contractors are responsible for conducting quarterly inspections within 30 days of the Notice to Proceed, including water supply evaluations, system testing, and maintenance. Key responsibilities of contractors include notifying relevant fire departments prior to inspections, performing safety checks, and documenting results. The government will ensure access to facilities and coordinate a pre-construction meeting. Reports from inspections must be submitted within 20 days post-visit and include detailed documentation of services performed. Payments to the contractor are fixed prices, encompassing all associated costs, and must be processed through an electronic invoicing system. The structured approach emphasizes safety, compliance, and thorough documentation to enhance fire protection systems, underscoring the government's commitment to maintaining safe healthcare environments. Overall, this work is integral to risk management and adherence to health regulations within the Indian Health Service framework.
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