How to bid on Fire Sprinkler Repair B1 and B2 for the Forest Service

What the agency is buying

The USDA Forest Service needs a contractor to repair, inspect, test, tag, and document the fire sprinkler systems in Buildings 1 and 2 at the USNPRC in Athens, Georgia. This work includes furnishing all labor, supervision, materials, tools, equipment, and services to address deficiencies and restore the systems to compliance. The contractor will also provide a complete report of all completed inspections and repairs, forwarding results to the local Authority Having Jurisdiction where required.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on September 03, 2026. All offers must be submitted by email no later than September 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. It is the offeror's responsibility to confirm receipt of their offer from Contract Specialist Nicholas Bartolomei.

A site visit is scheduled for September 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Buildings 1 and 2, USNPRS, 950 College Station Road, Athens, GA. If you plan to attend, you must RSVP with the number of attendees and their identities at least 24 hours prior to the site visit. Attendees are required to bring government-issued identification.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a total small business set-aside. It is suitable for firms specializing in facilities maintenance, specifically fire suppression systems, under NAICS code 238220, with a small business size standard of $19 million. Contractors should have experience with fire sprinkler system repair, inspection, testing, and documentation in accordance with applicable codes and project requirements.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation details, click “View original source” above. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Offers must be emailed to [email protected] by the deadline. Ensure your email contains attachments in Microsoft Word, Excel, or Adobe PDF format. Be aware that large attachments may take longer to deliver, so plan accordingly to ensure timely receipt.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the Statement of Work to ensure your proposal directly addresses all required repairs, inspections, tests, and documentation. Clearly outline your approach to restoring the systems to compliance and providing the necessary reports.

If you plan to attend the site visit, make sure to RSVP at least 24 hours in advance and bring your government-issued ID. The site visit is an important opportunity to understand the scope of work firsthand and ask any clarifying questions.

When preparing your offer, double-check that all required documents are included and formatted correctly. Submit your email well before the deadline to account for any potential delivery delays, especially if you have large attachments. Confirm receipt of your offer with the Contract Specialist.