General Fire Services Inspections

The City of Bradenton has issued Invitation to Bid 26-042JS for a contractor to provide comprehensive testing, maintenance, inspection, certification, and repair of fire protection systems across various city-owned facilities. The scope of work encompasses a wide array of equipment, including fire pumps, valves, backflow preventers, piping, sprinkler heads, standpipes, chemical suppression systems, deluge valves, and fire smoke and heat detection devices. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for fire alarm panels, hood system inspections and cleaning, and fire extinguisher certifications. Bidders must possess a valid Florida Fire Protection Contractor License (I, II, III, IV, or V) and provide at least three professional references from the last five years. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total bid price, calculated based on estimated quantities, frequencies, and maintenance labor hours. Submissions must be made electronically via the OpenGov portal by October 21, 2026, at 2:30 pm. Required documentation includes an Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit, a Negligence or Breach of Contract Disclosure Form, and proof of SunBiz registration. Awarded contractors must maintain significant insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability of at least 1 million dollars per occurrence and Business Auto Policy of 300,000 dollars combined single limit. Pricing is subject to a maximum 30 percent markup on materials and a 5 percent markup on subcontracted work.