STTJ)-2026-29 (Repair and Maintenance of Fire Suppression System at Cyril E. King Airport

The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) is seeking qualified, certified, and licensed mechanical contractors to provide on‑call inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the commercial fire‑suppression system at Cyril E. King Airport and other VIPA facilities throughout the St. Thomas/St. John district. The contract will run through September 30, 2027 with the possibility of three additional one‑year extensions at the Authority’s discretion. Contractors must submit fully burdened hourly rates for normal, after‑hours, weekend/holiday, assessment/inspection, and emergency services, and must furnish all required insurance, licensing, and documentation. Bids are to be submitted electronically by the deadline, and all questions must be submitted by the question cut‑off date. • Scope: On‑call inspection, repair, and installation of fire‑suppression equipment at airport and seaport facilities. • Period: 1‑year base term (through 9/30/2027) with up to three optional 1‑year extensions. • Required deliverables: Fully burdened labor rates (normal, after‑hours, weekend/holiday, emergency), insurance certificates, business license, good‑standing documents, and other standard procurement forms. • Submission: Electronic via VIPA e‑procurement portal; deadline 9/25/2026 10:00 AM AST. • Evaluation: Multiple awards possible; compliance with federal Davis‑Bacon and related statutes required.