SCBA flow testing

The State of Illinois awarded a contract to MES (Vendor ID V00006359) through an Open Market Small Purchase procurement on August 10, 2026. The contracting organization is Pontiac Correctional Center, and the contract extends through June 30, 2027, with a total contract value of $1,875.00. The primary deliverable consists of onsite mobile performance testing and hydrostatic testing services for twenty-five (25) self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) Scott air pack tanks and masks in compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1852 and facility requirement AD 05.02.111. The unit price for each test is $75.00.

This contract represents a critical safety compliance service requiring specialized technical expertise to certify respiratory protection equipment for emergency response readiness at the correctional facility. The performance and hydrostatic testing ensures the structural integrity and operational functionality of the SCBA equipment, which is essential for facility staff safety during potential emergency situations. The completion of all testing activities is scheduled by the contract end date of June 30, 2027.