Rebid: Fire Extinguisher Inspection, Maintenance, and Service Contract

The City of Monterey Department of Public Works is soliciting bids for a fixed-price service contract to provide comprehensive fire extinguisher inspection, maintenance, and servicing across various municipal locations in Monterey, California. The scope of work includes the annual inspection, recharging, replacement, and hydrostatic testing of approximately 540 portable fire extinguishers, specifically ABC and Halotron types, in strict accordance with NFPA 10 standards. The contract consists of an initial one-year base term with options for four additional one-year extensions, featuring a not-to-exceed annual funding limit of 70,000 dollars, bringing the potential total contract value to 350,000 dollars. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total base bid for items including mobilization, annual inspections, and various recharging and maintenance tasks. To be deemed responsible, contractors must demonstrate financial capacity, workforce capability, and a satisfactory performance record, while maintaining a current City of Monterey Business License and required insurance coverages, including Commercial General Liability and Workers Compensation. Bids must be submitted electronically via the City's e-Procurement Portal by July 14, 2026. Performance is monitored through on-site inspections at the destination facilities, and the contractor is required to submit a Quality Control Plan for City approval prior to commencing work.