Fire Alarm Inspections

The Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) seeks a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive fire alarm inspection, testing, certification, and reporting services across all district facilities. The work must comply with NFPA 72, manufacturer guidelines, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Contractors will be responsible for inspecting a wide array of fire alarm components, providing timely tag notifications, and delivering detailed inspection reports. The contract will be awarded based on a “most advantageous” evaluation, with cost receiving the highest weighting. • Inspect and test fire alarm system components (panels, detectors, speakers, strobes, ducts, water‑flow switches, etc.) for ~160 schools and facilities. • Perform real‑time tagging (yellow within 12 h, red within 2 h) and submit written reports within 48 hours of each inspection. • Meet stringent insurance, background‑check, and compliance requirements (e.g., Iran Divestment Act, non‑boycott of Israel). • Submit a detailed cost spreadsheet (Exhibit A) and required affidavits; proposals are sealed and uploaded via iSupplier. • Evaluation criteria: 35 pts Cost, 25 pts Approach, 25 pts Qualifications, 15 pts Past Performance.