NIGP 34530: First Aid Blankets, Stretchers, etc.

NIGP 34530 First Aid Blankets, Stretchers, Etc. is an Item code under which state and local governments procure personal protective equipment, first aid supplies, and emergency response materials for statewide distribution and public safety operations. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division recently solicited under this code for Personal Protective Equipment and First Aid Components (IFB 304T-27-345A2, responses due October 6, 2026), naming bandages, gauze, blankets, hospital-grade gloves in multiple sizes, first responder protective masks, air purifying respirator filters, voice projection units, individual first aid kits, multi-role protective masks, breathing apparatus components, and CPR face shields. The Texas Department of Public Safety serves as a major customer under this procurement. Line items span both proprietary products (primarily Avon brand equipment under Texas Government Code Chapter 2155.067) requiring exact brand and model conformity and items permitting equal alternatives. Products must be new, unused, latest model in current production, and delivered statewide on an FOB Destination basis. The initial contract term runs November 30, 2026, through November 30, 2027, with four renewal options extending through November 30, 2030, and potentially one additional year.

State-level procurement offices represent the primary issuing body under this code, with the Texas Comptroller driving recent activity for distribution to multiple public safety and emergency response agencies across the state. The Texas opportunity spans 21 line items, with the Comptroller intending to award different line items to different vendors based on best value. Respondents must maintain commercial general liability insurance of $500,000 per occurrence and submit firm, all-inclusive unit pricing with a 1.5% Texas SmartBuy administrative fee applied to all purchases. Responses remain irrevocable for 120 calendar days following the due date unless extended by written agreement. No minimum purchase volumes are guaranteed.