Collin County - Fire Alarm/Fire Sprinkler Inspections, Testing, Maintenance and Repairs - IFB No. 2026-298 (2026)
Collin CountyCounty · McKinney, TX- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Luis Palma
- (972) 547-5331
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SUMMARY
Collin County seeks bids for fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, installation, and troubleshooting across 25 county building locations.
Services include annual inspections, testing of smoke detectors, heat detectors, duct detectors, pull stations, flow switches, backflows, fire pumps, and 24/7 emergency response. The contract has an estimated annual value of $152,000 with a 1-year term and 3 optional 1-year renewals. Submission deadline is November 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on October 26, 2026 and question deadline on October 29, 2026. Bidders must hold required Texas licenses including SCR, RME-G, BPAT, and ACR, and provide payment and performance bonds as specified.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Payment_Bond
- Performance_Bond
- W9
- CIQ Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/collincountytx
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- McKinney, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Collin County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/collincountytx. For questions, contact Luis Palma.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Collin County in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Luis Palma at (972) 547-5331. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Collin County?
All active and historical solicitations from Collin County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Collin County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Payment_Bond, Performance_Bond, W9, CIQ Form. Review the full document from Collin County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: McKinney, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.