Annual Fire Pump Testing

Cook County Government, through the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer, is soliciting bids for contract 2601-09020 to provide annual fire pump testing and maintenance services for the Department of Facilities Management. The scope of work requires the contractor to perform annual full flow tests, including roof tests where applicable, across various county facilities such as courthouses, jails, and warehouses. Key deliverables include separate written reports for each pump, written notification of necessary repairs within five working days of test completion, and the provision of 24/7 emergency repair services with a two-hour response time. All testing must adhere to general fire pump testing codes and Municipal Fire Code City of Chicago compliance, with a strict restriction that testing cannot be performed in freezing conditions. Bids are due by October 21, 2026, and will be evaluated based on price, conformance with specifications, bidder responsibility, and responsiveness to the County's Minority and Women Owned Business Ordinance. The contract includes specific preferences for local businesses, veterans, and businesses owned by people with disabilities. Awardees must comply with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, provide certified payrolls, and participate in registered apprenticeship programs. Payment is primarily handled through the Electronic Payables Program using Visa purchasing cards. The contractor is required to provide performance and payment bonds and must submit an Economic Disclosure Statement as part of the bid package via the Bonfire portal.