Overhead Door Fire Inspection Services

Solicitation 12444626Q0076 is a request for quotations for overhead fire door inspection services at the Forest Products Laboratory in Madison, Wisconsin. This total small business set-aside under NAICS code 561790 is issued by the USDA Forest Service as a combined synopsis and solicitation for a firm fixed price requirements contract. The scope of work involves the annual inspection, operational testing, reset, and drop testing of seventeen overhead fire doors of various sizes, including 8x8, 12x12, and 14x18 units. All work must be performed in accordance with NFPA 80, IFC 705.2.6, OSHA, and manufacturer requirements. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary equipment, including lifts and scaffolding, as the government will not provide these items. The period of performance is scheduled between September 15 and October 15, 2026. Qualified technicians must have at least two years of experience in servicing and inspecting overhead fire doors and the ability to certify drop tests. Key deliverables include an electronic PDF report for each door provided within five business days of testing, which must include pass/fail status, deficiency lists, photographs, and certification. Additionally, the contractor must physically date-mark each door upon completion of the inspection. Award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria, evaluating both price and technical capability. Offerors must submit a signed SF1449, a PDF of the schedule of items, and a detailed explanation of their ability to meet the statement of work requirements by September 10, 2026. The contract incorporates standard FAR clauses, including those regarding commercial services, combating trafficking in persons, and security prohibitions, and requires adherence to Wisconsin prevailing wage determinations.