Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of Columbus Water and Power to modify an existing agreement with Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP, formerly SimplexGrinnell LP, for life safety system maintenance services. The contract amount being authorized by this ordinance is $172,000.00 for the Division of Water.
This contract, also known as FEM 1390.3, will provide for inspections, diagnostic tests and repairs for all accessible peripheral devices currently connected to the life safety systems.
There is a need for inspections and diagnostic tests for all accessible peripheral devices currently connected to the fire protection systems. These systems include the fire alarm detection and fire sprinkler components that protect the assets contained in the various facilities. The contract will provide for repair and necessary documentation to log all accessible components and devices, detector cleaning for fire alarm and detection systems, emergency service call and labor for the fire alarm 24 hours, 7 days a week, and panel and peripheral component replacement for the various electronic systems. Under the contract, the accessible peripheral devices will be functionally tested in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association’s 72 (NFPA) and manufacturer’s recommended procedures.
The original contract was established in accordance with the pertinent provisions for Sole Source Procurement of Chapter 329 of the Columbus City Code and authorized under Ordinance No. 1342-2023. Services under the original contract cover a one (1) year period, from date of execution up to and including June 28th, 2024, with the option to renew for four additional years, for a max contract length of five years, based upon mutual agreement, availability of budgeted funds and approval of Columbus City Council.
Ordinance 0670-2024 authorized the first renewal option, increasing funding allocations by $90,000.00 and extending the contract through August 16t...
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