Metropolitan Nashville Public School District Fire Alarm Inspections - RFQ MNPS000067 (2026)
Metropolitan Nashville Public School DistrictSchool · Nashville, TN- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- John Frierson Jr
The 30-second brief
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is seeking proposals for districtwide fire alarm inspection services, testing, maintenance, and reporting. The project involves compliance with NFPA 72 and applicable regulations across district facilities in Nashville and Davidson County, TN. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Inquiries were due by August 4, 2026. Required insurance includes $1,000,000 general liability, professional liability, and automobile liability. Evaluation criteria include cost (35 points), proposed approach (25 points), qualifications and experience (25 points), and past performance and references (15 points).
Fire alarm control panels, Voice EVAC systems, Pull stations, Smoke detectors, Duct detectors, Heat detectors, Water flow switches, Supervisory switches, Dampers, Relays, Horns, Strobes, Speakers, Batteries, Elevator shunts, Suppression systems
Cost (35 points), Proposed Approach (25 points), Qualifications and Experience (25 points), Past Performance and References (15 points)
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Summary
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is seeking proposals for districtwide fire alarm inspection services, testing, maintenance, and reporting.
The project involves compliance with NFPA 72 and applicable regulations across district facilities in Nashville and Davidson County, TN. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Inquiries were due by August 4, 2026. Required insurance includes $1,000,000 general liability, professional liability, and automobile liability. Evaluation criteria include cost (35 points), proposed approach (25 points), qualifications and experience (25 points), and past performance and references (15 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- Fire alarm control panels
- Voice EVAC systems
- Pull stations
- Smoke detectors
- Duct detectors
- Heat detectors
- Water flow switches
- Supervisory switches
- Dampers
- Relays
- Horns
- Strobes
- Speakers
- Batteries
- Elevator shunts
- Suppression systems
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Exhibit A - Cost Spreadsheet
- Offeror's Financial Records
- Exceptions to the MNPS Standard Contract Terms
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Nashville, TN
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Metropolitan Nashville Public School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact John Frierson Jr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Metropolitan Nashville Public School District in TN, 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 RFQ 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 John Frierson Jr. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fire alarm control panels, Voice EVAC systems, Pull stations, Smoke detectors, Duct detectors, Heat detectors, Water flow switches, Supervisory switches, Dampers, Relays, Horns, Strobes, Speakers, Batteries, Elevator shunts, Suppression systems. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Cost (35 points), Proposed Approach (25 points), Qualifications and Experience (25 points), Past Performance and References (15 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Metropolitan Nashville Public School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Metropolitan Nashville Public School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Metropolitan Nashville Public School District 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 RFQ?
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: Exhibit A - Cost Spreadsheet, Offeror's Financial Records, Exceptions to the MNPS Standard Contract Terms, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Metropolitan Nashville Public School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Nashville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.