Lewis County Fire Extinguisher Annual Service and Testing RFP 2026-111
Lewis CountyCounty · Lewis, NY- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Brian Hanno
- (315) 377-2000
The 30-second brief
Lewis County seeks proposals for annual inspection, service, and hydrotesting of approximately 275 fire extinguishers located across various County buildings and vehicles. The work includes checking cylinders for physical damage and corrosion, nozzle and hose blockage, pressure gauges, tamper seals, safety pins, mounting, and conducting required 6-year internal examinations and hydrostatic tests. The estimated inventory consists of 80 ten-pound, 67 two-and-a-half-pound, 5 twenty-pound, 121 five-pound, and 2 one-and-three-quarter-pound units, and the selected contractor must develop a comprehensive list of all units and locations. Proposals are due by 10:30 AM on October 1, 2026, and the contract term is five years.
Pricing, contractor commitment, contractor reputation, quality of services, responsiveness
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Summary
Lewis County seeks proposals for annual inspection, service, and hydrotesting of approximately 275 fire extinguishers located across various County buildings and vehicles.
The work includes checking cylinders for physical damage and corrosion, nozzle and hose blockage, pressure gauges, tamper seals, safety pins, mounting, and conducting required 6-year internal examinations and hydrostatic tests. The estimated inventory consists of 80 ten-pound, 67 two-and-a-half-pound, 5 twenty-pound, 121 five-pound, and 2 one-and-three-quarter-pound units, and the selected contractor must develop a comprehensive list of all units and locations. Proposals are due by 10:30 AM on October 1, 2026, and the contract term is five years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Pricing
- Contractor commitment
- Contractor reputation
- Quality of services
- Responsiveness
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid page
- Non-collusion form
- Anti-sexual harassment form
- Corporate attestation form
- Iran Divestment Act certification form
- Submit to
- https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/76952/portal-home
- Scope location
- Lowville, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lewis County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/76952/portal-home. For questions, contact Brian Hanno.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lewis County in NY, 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 RFP 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 Brian Hanno at (315) 377-2000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Pricing, contractor commitment, contractor reputation, quality of services, responsiveness" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lewis County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lewis County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lewis 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: bid page, non-collusion form, anti-sexual harassment form, corporate attestation form, Iran Divestment Act certification form. Review the full document from Lewis 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: Lowville, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.