Tennessee renewal guide
Fire Sprinkler Contractor License
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Issuing authority
Renewal period
Every 12 months
Renewal fee
$200.00
Bond requirement
No
Insurance requirement
Yes — General Liability, Workers' Compensation
Before you renew
Get the filing straight.
- 1
Check the insurance certificates
Make sure the required policies are current and match what the board or agency expects before you file.
- 2
File with the board
File through Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office (TDCI Division of Fire Prevention) and pay the $200.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
Renew online - 3
Leave room for processing
Typical processing time is 30 days, so do not wait until the last minute.
Detailed notes
The fine print is here.
Tennessee Fire Sprinkler Contractor License
The State Fire Marshal's Office issues the Certificate of Registration — not TBLC
The Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office (TDCI Division of Fire Prevention) licenses fire sprinkler contractors under Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-02-07. This is a Department of Commerce and Insurance function, separate from the TBLC contractor licensing program.
The certificate fee has two parts: $100 to apply, then an issuance fee when approved
File the application with the State Fire Marshal's Office at tn.gov/commerce/fire. The application fee is $100. If the certificate is approved, a separate issuance fee is due before the certificate is issued. Applications that are not acted on within 12 months expire and require refiling. See the State Fire Marshal's fee schedule for all current amounts.
Every certificated firm must designate a licensed RME with NICET Level III
The firm's Responsible Managing Employee (RME) must hold either a NICET Level III certification as a fire protection engineering technician — demonstrated by NICET's written confirmation letter — or a current Tennessee Professional Engineer or architect license. No continuing education is required for either the certificate or the RME license. RME application and renewal fees are listed in the State Fire Marshal's fee schedule.
Renew annually — certificate at $200
The Certificate of Registration renews annually at $200. The RME license carries a separate annual renewal fee. Submit all renewals to the State Fire Marshal's Office before the expiration date. For questions on late renewals and penalty provisions, contact the Permits and Licenses Unit directly.
*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office.*
Official links
Check the board or agency directly.
Required documents
- Proof of Insurance
- Examination Results
- Experience Documentation
- NICET Certification
Source notes
Tenn . Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-02-07-.05 (NICET Level III for RME, PE/architect alternative); 0780-02-07-.07 (fees: $100 cert application, $500 cert issuance, $200 cert renewal, $25 RME application, $75 RME renewal); 0780-02-07-.04 (12-month application expiration); 0780-02-07-.12 (enforcement). Source: law.cornell.edu/regulations/tennessee/title-0780/subtitle-0780-02/chapter-0780-02-07. Corrected 2026-06-02: applicationFeeCents $250→$100, renewalPeriodMonths 24→12, issuingAuthority and URLs corrected to State Fire Marshal.
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