How to Bid Out Elevator Maintenance and Repair Contracts: What to Include in the Scope, How to Compare Proposals, and What Vendors Won’t Tell You
Quick Answer: To get competitive elevator maintenance and repair bids, issue a written Request for Proposal (RFP) that details your equipment inventory, required service intervals under ASME A17.1 and A17.3, coverage terms, parts and labor scope, inspection compliance, and response expectations — then compare at least three proposals on total cost of ownership, not just […]
Hospital Elevator Modernization: Upgrade Options, Compliance Requirements, and How to Manage Downtime in a Healthcare Setting
Elevator Modernization Options for Hospitals and Medical Facilities: Compliance & Downtime Guide Quick Answer: Hospitals and medical facilities in Arizona can modernize elevators through partial or full system upgrades—including controls, drives, cab interiors, doors, and accessibility features—while meeting ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators and ADA requirements, with downtime carefully phased to protect […]