Annual Mobile Fire Emergency Inspection IAW NFPA 1910
ID: PAN-023661-X2Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT LEONARD WOODFORT LEONARD WOOD, MO, 65473-0140, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT (4210)

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, is seeking qualified contractors to provide annual mobile fire emergency inspections in accordance with NFPA 1910 standards. The procurement aims to identify parties capable of conducting comprehensive inspections of emergency vehicles, including fire engines and aerial devices, ensuring their operational readiness and compliance with safety regulations. This opportunity is critical for maintaining the reliability of fire service equipment, which is essential for public safety and effective emergency response. Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement by 2 PM CST on March 31, 2025, to Elizabeth Reyes at elizabeth.e.reyes2.civ@army.mil, with the potential for a contract valued under a blanket purchase agreement for a base year and four option years.

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    The Annual Mobile Fire Emergency Vehicle Inspection Report outlines a comprehensive inspection process for emergency vehicles in compliance with NFPA 1910 standards. The report includes various inspection categories, such as chassis and components, cab and body, electrical systems, road and operational tests, and specific equipment checks like pumps and aerial devices. Each section features a checklist format where inspectors mark items as acceptable, requiring repair, or unsafe. The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining emergency vehicles for operational readiness and safety. It serves not only as a checklist but also as a record to ensure that all aspects of the vehicle—from engine and brakes to electrical systems—are thoroughly examined. The detailed inspection criteria aim to identify potential issues that could compromise the vehicle's performance during emergency responses. This report is crucial for fire departments to secure federal, state, and local funding through grants and RFPs by demonstrating adherence to safety standards and effective vehicle maintenance practices.
    The document outlines a Pump Performance Test protocol in accordance with NFPA 1910, detailing the procedures for testing emergency vehicle pumps to ensure their operational effectiveness. Key elements include vehicle specifications, pump rated capacity, test site conditions, and various performance metrics such as maximum vacuum, intake relief valve results, and hose configurations. The test procedures are divided into sections for 20-minute capacity tests, 5-minute overload tests, and 10-minute pressure tests at specific psi levels. Each test requires precise monitoring of metrics including water flow rates, nozzle sizes, engine speed, and various temperatures. The results must be documented comprehensively by the personnel conducting the tests, with space for signatures from both the tester and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). This standardized testing is essential for confirming the reliability of fire service equipment, thereby promoting public safety and compliance with regulatory standards in emergency response situations.
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