--Inspect, troubleshoot and repair the fire training facility located at the Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center

The Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center plans to award a sole source firm fixed price contract to Pro-Safe Fire Training Systems Inc. to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair their Fire Training Facility by April 9, 2004. This facility features a unique design incorporating patented fire training systems originally developed and constructed by Pro-Safe Inc. The contract scope specifically includes the replacement and testing of programmable logic controller (PLC) control modules, which are critical and sensitive components of the facility’s safety system and protected under Pro-Safe’s patent rights. Due to the specialized nature of the equipment, the contract mandates that only authorized and trained personnel from Pro-Safe perform the repairs to maintain safety standards. The contract's estimated value ranges between $25,000 and $100,000. The point of contact for this procurement is SMSgt Tim Troxell, and inquiries can be directed to his email at [email hidden]. The solicitation is associated with NAICS code 236210 and falls under the Department of Defense, with the office located in Alpena, Michigan. This acquisition reflects the necessity of using the original contractor to ensure the integrity and safety of the patented fire training facility systems.