Fire Suppression Systems Testing
STATEMENT OF WORK
Description: Semi-Annual Fire Suppression Testing on Ansul and FM-200 type Fire Extinguishing Systems
Background: The Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center (FHCC) located at 3001 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, Illinois 60064-3048 has a requirement for semi-annual fire suppression testing and inspection of the Ansul and FM-200 type Fire Extinguishing Systems. The Contractor shall provide a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) certified fire protection technician to perform inspection services in accordance with NFPA and Joint Commission guidelines. The contractor shall document recommendations based on findings and provide a hardcopy to the FHCC Facility Management Service. Inspections and any associated recommendations must be in conjunction with NFPA and Joint Commission standards.
Scope of Work:
DESCRIPTION OF SYSTEMS TO BE SERVICED
Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems (Qty. = 4):
-Building 133-EF Main Computer Room,
-Building 133 PBX Room
-Building 133 Tele/Switch Room
-Building 134 IRM Computer Room
Dry Chemical Fire Suppression System (Qty. = 1):
-Dock Parking Lot HazContainer
Preaction Detection System (Qty. = 1):
-Building 133CA Pacs/Computer Room
Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression Systems
-Buildings 201, 202, 205 & 206 (4) Fire Doors & Kitchen Hoods
-Building 133CA: BD-164
Canteen Kitchen
Canteen Kitchen Serving Line
-Building 6: Main Kitchen
-Building 131: Room 25 Kitchen
-Building 134: C-122
B-106
B-207
**The Ansul systems testing must be performed during the week (Monday through Friday) at 3:30am due to the time needed to test and get the kitchens started for breakfast. The rest of the testing can be done anytime between the hours 7:00am and 3:00pm, Monday through Friday.
Specific Tasks:
WORK TO BE PERFORMED DURING NORMAL INSPECTIONS
Perform control panels integrity test
Test all detection devices and clean if necessary
Test fusible link detection circuit (Dry Chemical System)
Verify proper operation of all alarm devices
Test all supervision circuits
Check proper transmission of alarm and trouble signals to main fire alarm system and/or central station
Check all agent release output circuits
Check all solenoid release output circuits and assist with trip testing of sprinkler valve
Verify proper sequence of operation is maintained
Record weight and/or liquid level of agent storage containers
Inspect piping for any obvious damage
Verify proper orientation of agent discharge nozzles
Check integrity of field wiring
Verify systems are in conformance with record drawings (if available)
Test equipment interlock shut-down functions (if possible)
Provide refresher training course for all operating and maintenance personnel
Provide test report with list of any identified problems and recommendations for
correction of any problem
WORK TO BE PERFORMED DURING NORMAL INSPECTION
KITCHEN HOOD FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS:
Verify proper operation of mechanical control heads
Check integrity of pneumatic detection tubing
Check integrity of fusible link cable
Check integrity of fusible links and replace per National Fire Protection Agency requirements
Verify proper operation of all alarm devices
Check to assure nozzle caps are in place
Verify agent piping is not obstructed
Weigh or verify liquid level on agent storage containers
Check all auxiliary equipment
Verify proper sequence of operation is maintained
Provide refresher training course for all operating and maintenance personnel
Provide test report with list of any identified problems and recommendations for correction of any problems
Place maintenance tag/certificate in the proper place
Deliverables: The contractor shall provide the FHCC Facility Management Service documentation of testing for records at the time of the service completion.
Performance Monitoring: The contractor shall work with FHCC personnel to ensure all testing is completed in accordance with required test procedures.
Place of Performance:
Captain James A. Lovell
Federal Health Care Center (FHCC)
3001 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, IL 60064-3048
Period of Performance:
Date of Award through February 28, 2017, plus four 1 (one) year option periods
Security Requirements: Contractor will be escorted by FHCC personnel during testing. The C&A requirements do not apply, Security Accreditation package is not required.
Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE)/Government-Furnished Information (GFI): No GFE will be provided.
Naqikah Greenfield
Contract Specialist
224-610-3283
naqikah.greenfield@va.gov
