NIGP 25793: Watercraft, CBRNE Response

NIGP 25793 Watercraft, CBRNE Response is an Item code capturing specialized water rescue equipment and vessels that state and local governments procure for emergency response operations. Recent solicitations show state and local buyers acquiring personal protective equipment (dry suits, boots, gloves, fins), flotation devices, throw bags, communication stations, and knives purpose-built for swift water rescue teams, as well as surplus watercraft disposal through municipal asset liquidation. Issuing bodies include county emergency services departments and city purchasing offices managing fire and rescue operations inventory.

Sarasota County, Florida posted a Quick Quote (solicitation 2026QQ688, due May 22, 2026) for water rescue equipment and uniform goods totaling up to $50,000 to support its Emergency Services Department, requesting 16 line items including NRS dry suits, Force 6 personal flotation devices and throw bags, Aqualung fins, and communication stations with a 30-day delivery window. The City of Norwalk, Connecticut issued a surplus sale (solicitation 4480, auction end May 4, 2026) for two boats through the Public Surplus platform, with removal required within ten business days. Both opportunities are open to all qualified bidders with no identified set-aside restrictions. Florida and Connecticut represent the documented recent activity under this code.