Wet & Dry Fire Services

### 🔬 Tender Overview: Wet & Dry Fire Services The **QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute** is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive **Wet & Dry Fire Systems and Equipment Maintenance** for its facilities in Herston, Queensland. This tender covers critical infrastructure maintenance, including ad-hoc minor works and corrective repairs for the Central Building, CBCRC Building, and the Bancroft Centre. ### 📋 Scope of Work & Requirements Successful bidders will be responsible for: * **Scheduled Maintenance:** Adherence to AS 1851–2012 standards, including 3, 5, and 12-year servicing requirements. * **Compliance:** Ensuring all systems meet National Construction Code (NCC) certifications and specific fire engineering report requirements. * **Operational Support:** Providing 24/7 response services, minimizing system faults, and reducing unwanted alarms. * **Reporting & Governance:** Maintaining mandatory on-site records and adhering to strict Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) regarding response times, repair quality, and documentation. ### 🏢 About the Buyer QIMR Berghofer is a world-renowned medical research institute focused on cancer, infectious diseases, mental health, and chronic disorders. The institute hosts over 600 staff across 50+ laboratories, requiring high-reliability fire safety systems to protect its research assets. ### 🔑 Key Qualifications * Demonstrated expertise in complex wet/dry fire systems and alternative fire engineering solutions. * Proven capability in legislative compliance (AS 1851, NCC, QLD Fire Safety Regulations). * Robust transition and mobilization planning for contract commencement. * Strong track record in asset lifecycle management and continuous improvement. **Keywords:** Fire Services, Fire Maintenance, AS 1851, Facility Management, QIMR Berghofer, Fire Safety Compliance, Wet and Dry Fire Systems, Queensland Tenders.