FIRE EXTINGUISHER ANNUAL INSPECTIONS

The Western Area Power Administration, under the Department of Energy, has forecasted an annual contract for fire extinguisher inspections in California, targeting small businesses as part of its set-aside program. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 561210, indicating services related to facilities support and maintenance, and is intended to ensure compliance with fire safety standards through regular, professional inspections of fire extinguishers across facilities under the agency’s jurisdiction. The contract is planned for posting in August 2026 and is expected to involve consistent, recurring service visits to verify proper functionality, labeling, mounting, and overall readiness of extinguishing equipment in compliance with national safety codes. No formal solicitation number has been issued yet, but interested small business contractors should prepare to respond once the official request is published. Point of contact for small business inquiries includes two program managers based at the agency, both reachable via email, who can provide guidance on eligibility and participation requirements. The place of performance is specifically located in California, meaning services must be delivered at various federal facilities within the state, and contractors must be prepared to operate in multiple locations with consistent quality and adherence to federal safety protocols. The effort is part of a broader agency initiative to maintain environmental and operational safety, and preference will be given to qualified small business entities under the designated set-aside policy.