12-001284 Addendum - Question Responses.pdf
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- 12-001284 Assistance to Firefighters Equipment
- Solicitation number
- Doc1959758553
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- Nash County, North Carolina
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This is a Solicitation Addendum issued by the North Carolina Department of Insurance for Invitation for Bids #12-001284 to procure firefighter equipment for the NC Emergency Training Center. The addendum provides clarifications and specific model recommendations for 22 line items from the original 57-item equipment list, including hydrant bags, fire hoses, nozzles, hand tools, safety equipment, rescue tools, and related apparatus. Responses to vendor inquiries specify preferred brands and models such as Craftsman tool bags (CMST21450), Scott Safety breathing apparatus (804722-01), Streamlight flashlights (Survivor X LED), and various specialized equipment including pike poles, thermal imaging cameras, and hydraulic rescue tools. The solicitation maintains its original bid submission deadline of February 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, with delivery required within 15 consecutive calendar days after purchase order receipt to 44255 Airport Road, New London, NC 28127 on an FOB Destination basis. The resulting contract will be an Agency Specific Term Contract with an initial three-year term commencing upon final contract execution.
Award decisions will be based on the responsive bid offering the lowest price while meeting all specifications, evaluated alongside vendor responsibility factors including past performance, references, and financial stability. Bid prices must constitute the total cost to the State, including all shipping, delivery, handling, and administrative fees, with prices remaining firm for 365 days from the contract effective date. The solicitation includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation goal of 10% utilization of diverse firms, with no specific set-aside designated. Vendors must be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State and comply with E-Verify system requirements, and bidders must provide at least three customer references for the exact equipment models offered. The procurement is funded through a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) awarded to the Office of State Marshal, which restricts fund usage to equipment that protects the health and safety of the public and firefighting personnel against fire and fire-related hazards. The State anticipates the quantities listed as annual estimates only, with no minimum or maximum purchase guarantees.
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North Carolina Solicitation Addendum Version Date: 11/2021
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SOLICITATION ADDENDUM
1. The following are questions received about the Solicitation and the State’s response to those questions:
Question # Document Section
Vendor Question State’s Response
1 5.1 Item 1: Bag to hold equipment? Does the bag have to be canvas? Color? Size? Example Model?
Yes, same as a tool bag (holds hydrant equipment) Craftsman CMST21450
2 5.1 Item 2: Example model from Craftsman? Craftsman Item #: CMHT81721
3 5.1 Item 3: Example of brand? Size? Scott Safety Item #: 804722-01
4 5.1 Item 5: A tank wrench or a drum wrench?
Plastic?
CitriSurf – Drum/Plastic
5 5.1 Item 6: Color? It says substitute 8mm but is there a preferred size?
Orange/8mm Rope
6 5.1 Item 7: Example model # or description of the specifics you will need with this? There are many types available.
Brand: Insize Item #: ISQ-DRM31
7 5.1 Item 13: Several models available. Specific model #?
Model: ZC-H-AB
8 5.1 Item 14: Several models available. Specific model #?
W-MB-3PBA
9 5.1 Item 15: Pistol grip? Model example? There are several options on nozzles
Brand: Akron Model: 1720
10 5.1 Item 16: There are several options on PPV fans
– size, single speed variable speed, etc. Is there a specific model number that the agency is looking for?
Brand: Tempest Model: 910-1860A
11 5.1 Item 17: Length of the Pro Bar? 30” 12 5.1 Item 21: Pistol grip? Model example? There are several options on nozzles Elkhart 314
Issuing Agency: Department of Insurance
Solicitation Number: 12-001284
Solicitation Description: Assistance to Firefighters Equipment
Solicitation Opening Date and Time:
February 26, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
Addendum Number: 1
Addendum Date: February 12, 2026
Purchasing Agent: Sloane Chua
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North Carolina Solicitation Addendum Version Date: 11/2021
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Question # Document Section
Vendor Question State’s Response
13 5.1 Item 23: An actual nozzle or just the applicator? Nozzle Flamefighter Flame-1000
14 5.1 Item 24: Is there a specific set the agency is looking for? How many in a set?
Craftsman 25 Pc. Set Item: 1061142
15 5.1 Item 25: Example model #? Fixed , folding, or a combination?
Fixed Model : ZC-LMS
16 5.1 Item 26: Is this brand specific? If not, can you provide an example model # to base specification on?
Brand specific Model CR2 by LifePak
17 5.1 Item 31: Should the blanket be single use or multi-use?
Single use
18 5.1 Item 39: Is there an example model # available? Dimensions? Color?
Craftsman CMST21450
19 5.1 Item 42: Rechargeable? Color? With strap? Is there a model # available?
Streamlight Survivor X, LED, w/charging box Color: Orange
20 5.1 Item 43: Is this meant to be multiple items? The pike poles would be sold individually from one another and the mounts would be separate as well. If the agency has found a combination package they would like, can they provide the example model #? Should the pike poles be fiberglass?
Yes, list as multiple items.
Pike poles – Leatherhead, fiberglass PLY-8AH-B (pole) Pike pole bracket –Fire Hook PPB-RS
21 5.1 Item 49: is there an example model available for specifications? The paddles are sold separately. Should they be their own line item?
Please remove this line item. No longer needed.
22 5.1 Item 54: This is listed as a camera on the price sheet but no description in section 5.1?
Please remove this line item. No longer needed.
ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS REMAIN THE SAME
SOLICITATION ADDENDUM
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