28.4.1. Visual examinations are to be performed at the commencement of the contract period to ensure proper operation of all system components. The Agency shall provide the Vendor with a list of all devices active in the system. The Vendor shall visually inspect fire alarm system components for proper operation, position, and condition as appropriate. After the initial inspection of all fire alarm system components, the Vendor shall in writing bring to the attention of the agency any deficiencies revealed from the inspection with necessary corrective actions identified. The Vendor shall provide a complete list by device name and number of all items/devices tested. The Vendor shall be responsible to provide a proposed schedule for testing in accordance with the adopted NFPA standard to the State a minimum of two weeks (ten (10) working days) before the actual inspections occur. The Vendor shall employ a sufficient number of trained technicians so that inspections are completed on time as scheduled. If the Vendor fails to respond within fifteen (15) minutes to the first scheduled appointment, the State reserves the right to charge the Vendor $100.00 per hour in increments of fifteen (15) minutes. These charges shall be deducted from payments that are due the Vendor. Any fire alarm equipment found to be defective from any inspection shall be repaired as soon as possible. All defective equipment shall be listed on the inspection report. The Vendor shall inform the Agency on the anticipated time it will take for the repairs to be completed. 28.4.2. The fire alarm system components shall be physically inspected and tested in accordance with the adopted edition of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, approved test methods and manufacturer’s recommendations. The Vendor shall not be responsible for any damage caused to the fire alarm panel system components that are a result of lightening, water, vandalism or misuse by the building owner. The cost to repair any ground faults or wiring issues shall be the responsibility of the State at the repair rates established in this Contract.
