MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS & SERVICE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Inspect each system to determine whether or not it is in service and in satisfactory condition in accordance with NFPA form 17A standards. Examination of fire suppression systems will be twice per year and conducted in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation. The biannual inspection must include the inspection and any/all parts that are required to be replaced during a regular inspection/service. All other parts outside of regular maintenance/service will be excluded from the regular maintenance service. NOTE: The hoods at the Culinary Arts Class Room at The Technology Center and Lake Marion Technology Center ARE NOT INCLUDED. Invoicing must be based on the number of actual inspections performed and NOT total contract amount. A quote must be sent prior to inspections being performed with the cost per location. 2. Maintenance shall only be performed by a direct employee of the successful contractor. The employee must have proper training and received certification to perform the maintenance and recharging services reliably, must have the applicable manufacturer’s listed installation and maintenance manual and service bulletins. Certification will be verified by the District before award. Service on the wet chemical fire extinguishing systems shall be conducted as per the NFPA 17A. 3. A written detailed report is required of each inspection for each location, explaining any deficiencies and recommending corrective action, if any, to be taken in accordance with recognized codes for care and maintenance. A detailed inspection report needs to be sent to Terrie Craig, OCSD Food Services, 6030 Slab Landing Road, Cope, SC 29038, for approval before payment is processed. The services provided will be subject to inspection by the District. All work not in accordance with the specifications will be corrected within twenty-four (24) hours of notification of all deficiencies. 4. Inspect and identify potentially detrimental site conditions that could compromise the performance of mechanical and/or electronic components of the system. 5. Perform an automatic trip test pf of the system. 6. Test manual release of the system. 7. Verify mechanical operation of the system. 8. Verify the gas shut-off function, if applicable. 9. Verify the electrical shut-off function. 10. Replace fusible links where required. 11. Check system components for cleanliness. 12. Restore the system to normal operation. 13. Reset the system. 14. Install new tamper seals. 15. Remove and inspect the suppression agent cylinder. 16. Verify the cylinder/cartridge pressure, agent weight and condition. 17. Check that the last hydrotest date is within code requirements. 18. Inspect and verify piping/bracing to manufacturer’s specifications. 19. Inspect all nozzles and verify that they are properly aimed, free of blockage and have proper blowoff caps intact.
