Prior to testing/repairing/inspecting any system, the Contractor is responsible for contacting the fire alarm system reporting agency and any other agencies that receive a fire alarm signal to notify them that a test will be conducted. Failure to do so will result in the Contractor paying for any costs involved in false alarms, etc.

Upon completion of the inspection/testing/repairing, the contractor shall notify the aforementioned entities that the system has been returned to service.

Replacement Parts

The Contractor shall receive approval from an agency representative for any parts furnished for a repair in the routine course of inspection and testing.

Needed Repairs

The Contractor shall clearly note all repairs required to return the system back to conformance with Kentucky Standards of Safety (815 KAR 10:060) including applicable National Fire Protection Association Codes (NFPA.) The Contractor shall not make the repairs unless specifically authorized to do so by the Agency responsible for the tested systems. That agency shall be responsible for payment of all repairs authorized by the agency.

Equipment

The Contractor shall provide their own labor, tools, equipment, appliances and material, etc. necessary to provide inspection, testing, and repairs of systems.

50.9 Return To Service

Upon completion of inspection, repairs, or testing the Contractor shall return the entire system, including all equipment to normal in-service position. Under no circumstances shall the system be left in a condition that is less functional than prior to the inspection repair and test.

50.10 Report Of Inspections

All inspection and test reports shall be provided to the agency representative with the representative signature.

A sample invoice and signature form should be submitted with the technical proposal for review.

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