Fire Extinguisher Hydrostatic Testing

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is issuing RFQ 1333ND26QNB130252 for the hydrostatic testing, refilling, and certification of 5‑lb CO₂ fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10 and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.157. Offerors must submit a fully indexed, electronic quotation divided into three distinct volumes: Volume I – Technical (demonstrating compliance with all specifications, performance requirements, delivery schedule, warranties, and a U.S. office within 75 mi of the NIST Gaithersburg campus); Volume II – Firm‑Fixed‑Price (including CLIN 0001 for testing/refill services and a separate line item for any transportation, tariffs, or other charges for foreign‑origin products, with prices valid for 90 days); and Volume III – Terms and Conditions. Prototypes, demonstration models, or refurbished instruments are not acceptable, and all technical claims must be substantiated in the designated sections of the quotation. The award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal is both technically acceptable and the lowest priced, using simplified acquisition procedures under FAR Part 12. The solicitation is unrestricted (NAICS 541380) and includes specific requirements for tariff disclosure, indexed formatting, and electronic submission to robert.singman@nist.gov. Failure to address any evaluation factor may render the offer unacceptable.

Notice ID

084197793e6f4a5fa2254ffef27133a9

Solicitation Number

1333ND26QNB130252

NAICS Code

541380

Classification Code

H312