29803_Jun_30_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

The document is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) issued by the Town of Shelton, Connecticut, for a Fire Hose procurement (Bid # 2025-28, Solicitation Number 29803). The bid is open to all vendors and seeks to acquire multiple types and sizes of fire hoses for the city's Fire Department, with a bidding period from April 24, 2025, at 12:00:00 PM EDT to May 23, 2025, at 11:00:00 AM EDT. Potential vendors must register through the City of Shelton's OpenGov procurement portal to participate, and the delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination.

The solicitation does not provide specific line item details or exact quantities, and payment terms are noted as "Vendor Specified," which offers flexibility for bidders in proposing financial arrangements. No explicit budget range or estimated total contract value is disclosed, and there are no mentioned set-asides, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or incumbent vendor information. Interested parties can obtain additional information by contacting Elizabeth Saint John at 203-924-1555 or e.saintjohn@cityofshelton.org. The open and inclusive nature of the bidding process suggests that multiple vendors may compete for the contract, with the city likely selecting the most advantageous proposal based on factors such as price, quality, and compliance with specifications.