RFQ for Fire and Life Safety Code Inspections

The University of Texas at Austin is soliciting statements of qualifications under RFQ 27PSP002 for professional firms to provide independent, third-party fire and life safety code and contract compliance inspections and testing services. These services support the construction of new buildings, additions, renovations, and alterations across University-owned and leased facilities to assist the Authority Having Jurisdiction in issuing certificates of occupancy. The university intends to select multiple qualified technical service providers to perform these duties on an as-needed basis. The resulting agreement will have an initial term of one year with four consecutive one-year renewal options, with a maximum overall contract value not to exceed 5,000,000 dollars without Board of Regents authorization. Qualified providers must adhere to the University Design and Construction Standards, International Building and Fire Codes, and Texas Administrative Code fire alarm rules. Key deliverables include inspection reports submitted within 24 hours of completion, monthly summaries, and final project records delivered within 30 days of the certificate of occupancy. Evaluation is based on a weighted point system focusing on qualifications, emergency response capabilities, relevant experience in higher education or medical facilities, team structure, references, and knowledge of best practices. Mandatory requirements for respondents include a VetHUB subcontracting plan, professional malpractice insurance claims history for the past five years, and compliance with Texas state laws regarding franchise taxes and conflicts of interest. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via UT Box by October 12, 2026.