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N0040624Q0985 06-Sep-2024

b. TELEPHONE NUMBER

360-476-2360

8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL TIME

10:00 AM 12 Sep 2024

5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012)

Prescribed by GSA – FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

(TYPE OR PRINT)

(SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER)

ADDENDA ARE

26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Gov t. Use Only )

23.

CODE 10. THIS ACQUISITION IS

SUCH ADDRESS IN OFFER

17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT

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TELEPHONE NO.

N004069. ISSUED BY

18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a. UNLESS BLOCK

7. FOR SOLICITATION

INFORMATION CALL:

a. NAME

REBECCA C. BRUCKER

2. CONTRACT NO. 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE DATE 4. ORDER NUMBER

(TYPE OR PRINT)

30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER 30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER

30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR 31a.UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

0 27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1. 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3. 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED.

25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

1. REQUISITION NUMBER

20.

ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED.

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, AND 30

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS

ARE NOT ATTACHED

27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE ARE NOT ATTACHED

(BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE

SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION

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% FOR:SET ASIDE:UNRESTRICTED ORX

SMALL BUSINESS

17a.CONTRACTOR/ CODE FACILITY

OFFEROR CODE

NAVSUP FLC PUGET SOUND

467 W STREET, 2ND FLR

ATTN: REBECCA BRUCKER

BREMERTON WA 98314

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE

RATED ORDER UNDER

DPAS (15 CFR 700)

13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A

13b. RATING

CODE15. DELIVER TO CODE 16. ADMINISTERED BY

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12. DISCOUNT TERMS11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINA-

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14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION

RFQ IFB RFPX

360-476-1115FAX:

TEL: 360-476-2360 SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS

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HUBZONE SMALL

BUSINESS

SIZE STANDARD:

NAICS:

339113

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OFFER DATED

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DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

EMAIL:

TEL:

31c. DATE SIGNED

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SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/ SERVICESITEM NO. QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

24.22.21.19.

WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (WOSB)

ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED

SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM

EDWOSB

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ACCEPTED, AND CONFORMS TO THE CONTRACT, EXCEPT AS NOTED: ______________________________________________________

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

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REPRESENTATIVE

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32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE 32f . TELEPHONE NUMBER OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

37. CHECK NUMBER

FINALPARTIALCOMPLETE

36. PAYMENT35. AMOUNT VERIFIED

CORRECT FOR

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FINAL

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PARTIAL

38. S/R ACCOUNT NUMBER 39. S/R VOUCHER NUMBER 40. PAID BY

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42b. RECEIVED AT (Location)

42c. DATE REC'D (YY/MM/DD) 42d. TOTAL CONTAINERS

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV. 2/2012) BACK

Prescribed by GSA – FAR (48 CFR) 53.212

AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION

PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE

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20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/ SERVICES

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ITEM NO.

N0040624Q0985

Section SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

NOTICE TO OFFERORS

NOTICE TO OFFERORS

1. This solicitation is for the procurement of GLOBE FIREFIGHTING PPE in support of NAVY REGION JAPAN.

It is anticipated that this solicitation will result in an ORDER of a FIRM, FIXED-PRICE SUPPLY type contract.

2. The following completed, signed documents must be returned as part of your quote: 52.204-24, 52.204-26 and 52.209-11. See block 8 on page 1 of the solicitation for the closing date and time.

***IMPORTANT****

ALL POTENTIAL BIDDERS MUST ALSO SUBMIT A QUOTE WITH COMPANY LETTER HEAD

DETAILING EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE BIDDING. FAILURE TO SUBMIT A QUOTE MAY RESULT IN

OFFER BEING FOUND UNACCEPTABLE.

IF THIS IS A SERVICE CONTRACT; ALL POTENTIAL BIDDERS MUST ALSO SUBMIT A BREAK DOWN

OF COSTS TO INCLUDE AIR FARE, HOTEL AND FOOD PERDIEM CHARGED, DAILY OR HOURLY

RATE OF PERSONNEL, MATERIAL, MATERIAL SHIPPING, AND ANYTHING ELSE RELATED TO THE

CONTRACT. THIS IS TO ASSIST US IN ESTABLISHING FAIR AND REASONABLE PRICING.

3. The Government will award on the basis of price unless the contracting officer is aware of past performance information related to the low price quote/offer which indicated that quote/offer may not represent best value. In that case, the Government reserves the right to consider the past performance of other quotes/offers, conduct a price, past performance tradeoff, and award to other than the lower price quote/offer.

4. SINGLE AWARD FOR ALL ITEMS: Due to the interrelationship of supplies and/or services to be provided hereunder, the Government reserves the right to make a single award to the offeror whose quote is considered in the best interest of the government, price and other factors considered. Therefore, offerors who quote less than the entire effort specified herein may be determined to be unacceptable.

5. “EXCEPTIONS: All quoters MUST note all exceptions from the solicitation’s terms conditions, specifications, and/or the statement of work / performance work statement, if any. Any exceptions taken to specifications are REQUIRED to provide Technical Specification Sheets of the material providing. If technical specifications sheets not received with quote offer will be determined non-responsive/non-compliant and will not be considered. It will be assumed that any quote without mention of any exceptions will take no exception from all specifications, terms and conditions, clauses, or provisions within the solicitation.”

6. All questions in regards to this solicitation shall be submitted, via email, to the Purchasing Agent (listed below):

Name: Rebecca Brucker Email: rebecca.c.brucker.civ@us.navy.mil

NOTICE TO ALL OFFERORS: The Government anticipates awarding a firm, fixed price contract in response to quotes/proposals received to this solicitation. As a result, the contract's pricing will not be subject to any adjustment on the basis of the contractor's increased costs due to COVID-19 and/or inflationary causes experienced during contract performance. Because a firm, fixed price contract places the maximum risk and full responsibility for all costs and resulting profit or loss on the contractor, offerors are advised to consider these risks when pricing their quotes/proposals.

**ALL QUESTIONS SHALL BE SUBMITTED AT LEAST 3 DAYS BEFORE CLOSE DATE**

PLEASE PROVIDE:

1) YOUR NAME: __________________________________________________________

2) YOUR SAM REGISTERED CAGE CODE NUMBER: ________________________

3) YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS: _______________________________________________

4) YOUR PHONE NUMBER: _______________________________________________

5) LIST YOUR COMPANIES SIZE (THE SIZE FOR THE NAICS CODE IN THIS SOLICITATION)

(LARGE OR SMALL)_______________________

6) LIST MANUFACTURER AND COUNTRY OF ORIGIN FOR EACH CLIN THAT IS A

SUPPLY_____________________________________________________

CLIN Manufacturer's Name Manufacturer’s Size Part Number Country of Origin

REQUESTED DELIVERY SCHEDULE

All items to be shipped within 30 days after receipt of offer. Special order items with longer lead time will be evaluated on an individual basis taking into consideration customer need.

CLIN QUANTITY REQUESTED DELIVERY

0001 30 DAYS ARO

0002 30 DAYS ARO

0003 30 DAYS ARO

0004 30 DAYS ARO

0005 30 DAYS ARO

OFFEROR'S PROPOSED DELIVERY SCHEDULE

***THIS MUST BE COMPLETED!****

CLIN QUANTITY PROPOSED DELIVERY

SOLE SOURCE STATEMENT: This acquisition will be negotiated on a sole source basis with GLOBE per FAR

6.302. Interested AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals prior to offer due date, which will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete this action based upon responses received to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government.”

(YOUR COMPANY MUST BE REGISTERED WITH **SAM** (SYSTEM AWARD FOR

MANAGEMENT** IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A GOVERNMENT AWARD)

INTERNET ADDRESS FOR SAM IS: https://www.sam.gov

7. THIS ACQUISITION WILL BE SHIPPING FOB DESTINATION TO TRACY, CA

DEFENSE DISTRIBUTION

DEPOT SAN JOAQUIN

CCP WAREHOUSE 30

25600 SOUTH CHRISTMAN RD.

TRACY CA 95376

TCN: N61058-4155-FIREXXX

More shipping information will be provided upon award. Government terms and conditions will be followed.

The Government will award a Firm Fixed Price purchase order resulting from this solicitation to the responsible vendor whose quote conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered. The following factors shall be used to evaluate offers:

(i) Delivery; Ability to meet or exceed the stated delivery date or period of performance;

(ii) Price (inclusive of transportation charges); Single Award evaluation per the paragraph entitled "Single Award for All Items";

(iii) Past Performance - Evaluation of past performance will be based on information obtained from

PPIRSSR as well as any other sources which may have relevant information. A quote/offer with a low PPIRS-SR rating (red or yellow for quality and/or less than a 70 weighted delivery score) may not represent the most advantageous quote/offer to the Government.

ITEM DESCRIPTIONS

BOOT SPECS

CNRJ Sasebo Fire & Emergency Services

Specifications for Structural Fire Fighting 14” Pull-On Boots

NFPA 1971 and NFPA 1992 Certified Certified to NFPA 1971, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Firefighting and Proximity Firefighting, Current Edition for Structural Fire Fighting and NFPA 1992, Standard on Liquid Splash- Protective Ensembles and Clothing for Hazardous Materials Emergencies, Current Edition.

_____Comply _____Exception

General Design 14 inch Pull-On athletic footwear (cement construction) boot, black flame-resistant and water-resistant leather, double-stitched leather joining seams, hi-vis yellow and silver reflective trim, leather-trimmed webbing pull straps, padded leather collar, padded leather flex joints in the shaft above vamp and heel, liquid and chemical resistant breathable bootie liner, cut-resistant and thermal protective bootie-shield liner, composite safety toe cap, composite shank, composite penetration-resistant insole barrier, molded shin guard, flame-resistant synthetic rubber molded cup outsole and toe bumper, 3D lasting board, molded composite heel counter, internal heel fit system, and a removable molded footbed as well as an additional insert for use in conjunction with the footbed.

Slip Resistance Boots must exceed the minimum test values for slip resistance (average of left and right foot) as detailed below to provide superior performance in dry, wet, and frosted ice conditions. Boots that do not exceed these minimums in all conditions shall not be acceptable. Bidders must promptly supply a Technical Services Report from a recognized independent testing laboratory upon request showing the boots bid exceed this requirement.

Test Method: VUSA TT S&C 1-18 Ed.1 Rev. 0

Slip Resistance of Footwear and Floorings Load = 500 N

Dry Clay Quarry Tile: Forepart > 1.00 Heel > 1.00

Wet Clay Quarry Tile: Forepart > 0.60 Heel > 0.60

Frosted Ice -7°C Run 1: Forepart = 0.28 Heel = 0.28

Frosted Ice -7°C Run 4: Forepart > 0.12 Heel > 0.12

For maximum slip resistance each outsole shall have Siping lines. Siping lines cut into flat areas open up when flexed to provide additional traction on water and ice. The boot shall also include self-cleaning lugs and an omni-direction tread pattern designed for superior performance in all terrains and when working on ladders.

Flexibility Boots must reach the Maximum Flex Angle of 48 degrees without exceeding the critical bending moment with a resulting stiffness index less than 10.0 as detailed below to provide maximum flexibility. Boots that do not meet this requirement shall not be acceptable. Bidders must promptly supply a Technical Services Report from a recognized independent testing laboratory upon request showing the boots bid meet this requirement.

Test Method: SATRA TM194:2004

Longitudinal stiffness of footwear

FireStorm Leather Boots shall be made from heavy-duty, flame-resistant and water-resistant full-grain cattle hide leather measuring 2.0 – 2.2 mm of thickness for durable tear and puncture resistance. Tumbled full-grain cattle hide leather shall be utilized in collar and flex areas for mobility. The leather shall be chrome tanned to withstand high temperature with minimal shrinkage, re-tanned to impart water resistance and low water absorption, and finished to retain maximum breathability. Leather shall meet or exceed the following physical tests:

Water Penetration ASTM D2099 15,000 flex minimum Dynamic Water Absorption ASTM D2099 15% maximum Static Water Absorption ASTM D6015 30% maximum Slit Tearing Strength ASTM D2212 30 pound minimum Moisture Vapor Transmission ASTM D5052 350 g/meter2/24 hours minimum

Flame Resistance NFPA 1971 afterflame no more than 2.0 sec, not melt or drip, no burn through

CROSSTECH® Footwear Fabric A full-height, full sock, bootie liner made from a package of Omaha lining fabric, 300g felt insulation, and CROSSTECH® moisture barrier shall be provided for a liquid resistant and breathable moisture barrier as well as thermal protection as defined by the specified NFPA standards.

Athletic Footwear (Cement) Construction Outsole For optimum flexibility, comfort, and weight reduction, the boot shall include a VIBRAM® Synthetic Rubber Sculpted, Contoured Cup Outsole cemented to the bottom and sides of the upper using a 2-part cross-linking adhesive that forms a bond stronger than the materials it attaches. The outsole must be made from a flame, abrasion, oil, acid, and slip resistant compound engineered for high-traction, cold-weather resistance, and durability. Goodyear welt or direct attach construction methods shall not be acceptable.

Bootie-Shield Liner A protective bootie-shield of KEVLAR® fiber blend stitchbonded non-woven batting weighing 4.0 oz/yd2 shall be positioned between the leather shell and the CROSSTECH® moisture barrier bootie to provide abrasion and cut resistance and additional thermal protection. Boots that do not have an additional Flame Resistant (FR) protective bootie-shield between the leather shell and the CROSSTECH® moisture barrier bootie shall not be acceptable.

Composite Safety Toe Cap The safety toe shall consist of a composite material that is lighter than steel, does not transmit heat or cold, and will spring back to shape after impact. Must exceed NFPA standards for safety. Metal toe caps shall not be acceptable.

Padded Leather Collar The padded collar shall have a rolled top edge formed by folding over the leather to help the boots slide against the pants liner and reduce the potential for the pants liner to hang up on the top of the boots as well as to reduce abrasion against the wearer’s calf.

Composite Penetration Resistant Insole Barrier Penetration resistance shall be provided by a composite insole to maximize flexibility and insulate from heat or cold transmission. Must exceed NFPA standards for safety. Metal plates shall not be acceptable.

3D Composite Lasting Board Boot uppers shall be lasted to a molded and contoured dual-density lasting board with a built-in flex zone in the forefoot and a torsionally stable heel. Flat fiber board lasting boards shall note be acceptable.

Composite Shank The shank shall consist of a composite material that is lighter than steel, does not transmit heat or cold, and springs back to shape better. Metal shank shall not be acceptable.

Molded Heel Counter Boots shall have a molded heel counter of water-resistant composite material individually molded to fit each size perfectly. Leather or fiber board heel counters shall not be acceptable.

Padded Shin Guard Boots shall include a padded composite shin guard to provide extra protection when working on a ladder.

Moisture absorbing natural fiber padding shall not be acceptable.

Synthetic Rubber Toe Bumper Boots shall have a molded Flame Resistant (FR) synthetic rubber toe bumper to provide abrasion resistance when crawling. The toe bumper shall be cemented and 2-needle stitched to the vamp.

3M SCOTCHLITE™ Reflective Material Boots shall have flame-resistant fluorescent yellow and silver 3M SCOTCHLITE™ reflective material sewn to both sides of the shaft for added visibility.

Webbing Pull-Straps Boots shall have NOMEX® webbing pull-straps with leather trim securely attached to the leather uppers by inserting into to collar seam to minimize stitching through the leather.

Internal Fit System Boots shall have an anatomical foam insert that wraps around the top and sides of the heel with an opening to fit and hold the back of the heel securely while cushioning the ankle.

3D Molded Footbeds System Boots shall have a removable urethane foam footbed. The footbeds are contoured to cradle and cushion the bottom of the foot and to provide arch support. The footbeds shall have a moisture-wicking and anti-microbial fabric top layer. A second pair of 3D molded footbeds that are thicker in the forefoot is provided with every pair for a custom fit. This thicker footbed provides a snugger fit.

Sizes Boots must be available in Men’s full sizes 5 – 18 and half sizes 5½ – 15½ in Narrow, Medium, Wide, and X-Wide widths. Boots must also be available in a Wide Calf model in the same size range that will provide an additional 3 inches in circumference at the calf to fit those with larger calves. Boots must be available in Women’s full sizes 5 – 12 and half sizes 5½ – 11½ in Narrow, Medium, Wide, and X-Wide widths.

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Resoling Service The winning vendor shall have resoling services available at their factory as needed.

Country of Origin Boots shall be manufactured in the United States.

Third Party Testing and Listing Program The footwear shall be tested for compliance to NFPA Standard 1971 and 1992 by a recognized independent testing lab which shall certify and list compliance to that standard. Such certification shall be denoted by the independent testing labs mark on the certification label affixed to the boots.

Labels Appropriate warning label(s) shall be permanently affixed to each boot. Additionally, the label(s) shall include the following information.

Compliance to applicable NFPA Standard(s), current edition(s).

Independent Testing Lab mark Manufacturer's name Manufacturer's address Manufacturer's boot identification number Date of manufacture Size

ISO Certification/Registration The manufacturer shall be certified and registered to ISO Standard 9001 to assure a satisfactory level of quality.

Warranty The manufacturer shall warrant these boots to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year when properly used and cared for.

PPE Record Keeping The manufacturer shall make available at no-charge, a password protected data based backed website that allows all brands of PPE assets are being recorded. The website shall have the functionality to allow the manufacturer to import all of the pertinent data into the department’s account so that the initial data entry by fire department personnel is eliminated.

The website shall allow for the department to use a barcode scanner, if desired, to scan the Interleaved 2 of 5 barcode found in the gear by going to the Search the Serial Number page in PPE record keeping program, and scanning the asset’s barcoded serial number.

Exceptions to Specifications Any and all exceptions to the above specifications must be clearly stated for each heading. Use additional pages for exceptions, if necessary.

COAT SPECS

PROTECTIVE JACKET

FOR STRUCTURAL FIRE FIGHTING

SCOPE

This specification details design and materials criteria to afford protection to the upper and lower body, excluding head, hands, feet, against adverse environmental effects during structural fire fighting. All materials and construction will meet or exceed NFPA Standard #1971 and OSHA for structural fire fighters protective clothing.

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SIZING

In order to insure that every member of the department can safely perform to the maximum of their ability without extra bulk and without restriction, Jackets shall be available in all sizes and dimensions as follows:

Jackets:

Gender: Gender specific Men’s and Women’s patterns will be available.

Chest: Even sizes Back Length: Men’s 29 inches, 32 inches, 35 inches, 40 inches Women’s 26 inches, 29 inches Body Shape: Men’s: Straight and Tapered Note: The straight cut offers more fullness at the hips (i.e. jacket sweep) and is recommended when an IH Ready pant is being specified.

Women’s: Straight Sleeve: 1 inch increments

Jackets available in only one standard shape will not be acceptable.

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OUTER SHELL MATERIAL - JACKETS

The "PBI GEMINI® XT MATRIX™" (a.k.a. PBI® XT) outer shell, trade name Gemini XT shall be manufactured by TENCATE and constructed of 60/40 Kevlar®/PBI™ modified plain weave outer shell fabric featuring a patented high tech grid of composite filament & spun yarns in a “Matrix Technology” with an approximate weight of 7.5 oz. per square yard. The shell material must be treated with SST (SUPER SHELLTITE) which is a durable water-repellent finish that also enhances abrasion resistance. Color of the garments shall be natural/gold, Bids offering a 600 denier Matrix product and/or the Matrix shell without the SST will not be considered. .

THERMAL INSULATING LINER - JACKET

The thermal liner shall be constructed of TENCATE “CALDURA® ELITE SL2i”; with an approximate weight of 7.7 oz. per square yard. This thermal liner consists of one layer of 1.5 oz. and one layer of 2.3 oz. per square yard Nomex® E-89™ spunlaced Nomex®/Kevlar® aramid blend, quilt stitched to a Kevlar® filament and FR rayon/para-aramid/nylon inherently wicking Caldura® face cloth. The thermal liner shall be attached to the moisture barrier and bound together by bias-cut neoprene coated cotton/polyester around the perimeter. This provides superior abrasion resistance to the less expensive, less durable, “stitch and turn” method. An approximate 8 inch by 10 ½ inch pocket, constructed of thermal liner over-edged to a layer of moisture barrier material, shall be affixed to the inside of the jacket thermal liner on the left side by means of a single needle stitch. Further mention of “Thermal Liner” in this specification shall refer to this section.

MOISTURE BARRIER - JACKETS

The moisture barrier material shall be W.L. GORE CROSSTECH® Black moisture barrier - Type 2F, which is comprised of a CROSSTECH® membrane laminated to a Nomex® IIIA woven pajama check substrate. The CROSSTECH® membrane is an enhanced bicomponent membrane comprised of an expanded PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene, for example Teflon®) matrix having a continuous hydrophilic (i.e.

water-loving) and oleophobic (i.e. oil-hating) coating that is impregnated into the matrix. CROSSTECH® moisture barrier seams shall be sealed with GORE-SEAM® tape using a Series 6000 (or higher) GORE- SEAM™ sealing machine to afford comparable bacteriophage penetration resistance performance. Further mention of “Specified Moisture Barrier” in this specification shall refer to this section.

SEALED MOISTURE BARRIER SEAMS

All moisture barrier seams shall be sealed with a minimum 1 inch wide sealing tape. One side of the tape shall be coated with a heat activated glue adhesive. The adhesive side of the tape shall be oriented toward the moisture barrier seam. The adhesive shall be activated by heat and the sealing tape shall be applied to the moisture barrier seams by means of pressure exerted by rollers for that purpose.

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METHOD OF THERMAL LINER/MOISTURE BARRIER ATTACHMENT FOR JACKETS

The thermal liner and moisture barrier shall be completely removable from the jacket shell. A minimum of six snap fasteners shall secure the thermal liner/moisture barrier to the outer shell along the length of the neck line under the top most collar. The top most collar shall be turned under and finished such that the snaps on the collar will not be able to contact the wearers skin. Corresponding snaps shall be installed through a moisture barrier leader measuring an approximate height of 1.75 – 2 inches and shall not penetrate through to the outer shell on the backside of the collar. The remainder of the thermal liner/moisture barrier shall be secured with snap fasteners appropriately spaced on each jacket facing and Ara-Shield® snap fasteners at each sleeve end.

There shall be one Ara-shield® snap tabs at the liner sleeve end which shall be colored to correspond with color coded snap tabs on the shell sleeve end for ease of matching the liner system to the outer shell after inspection or cleaning is completed.

THERMAL PROTECTIVE PERFORMANCE

The assembled garment, consisting of an outer shell, moisture barrier and thermal liner, shall exhibit a TPP (Thermal Protective Performance) rating of not less than 35.

_____Comply _____Exception

STITCHING

The outer shell shall be assembled using stitch type #301, #401, #514 and #516. The thermal liners and moisture barriers shall be assembled using stitch type #301, #401, #504, #514, and #516. Major A outer shell structural seams and major B structural liner seams, shall have a minimum of 8 to 10 stitches per inch. All major A seams shall be sewn with ball point needles only. All seams shall be continuously stitched only.

JACKET CONSTRUCTION

BODY

The body of the shell and AXTION® liner system shall be constructed of three separate panels consisting of two front panels and one back panel. The body panels shall be shaped so as to provide a tailored fit thereby enhancing body movement and shall be joined together by double stitching with Nomex® thread. One-piece outer shells shall not be acceptable.

AXTION® BACK

The jacket outer shell shall include inverted pleats to afford enhanced mobility and freedom of movement in addition to that provided by the AXTION® sleeves. The outer shell shall have two inverted pleats (one each side) installed on either side of the back body panel. The inverted pleats shall begin at the top of each shoulder and extend vertically down the sides of the jacket to the hem. Maximum expansion of the pleats shall occur at the shoulder area and taper toward the hem. Pleats that do not extend to the hem will not be considered, since they do not provide a true AXTION® back.

The moisture barrier and thermal liner layers shall be designed with darts corresponding to the added length in the shell provided by the AXTION® back pleats. The darts are positioned at the shoulder blades, outside of the SCBA straps and work together with the corresponding outer shell pleats in the AXTION® back, providing maximum expansion. The moisture barrier darts will be seam sealed to assure liquid resistance integrity.

LOGOS

The garment brand shall be identified by means of FR Nomex® thread embroidery on the top of the left collar denoting “GLOBE” as the manufacturer. There shall be a reflective label specific to the garment style, measuring 1 inch wide by 4 inches long, installed on the left pocket flap.

DRAG RESCUE DEVICE (DRD)

A Firefighter Drag Rescue Device (DRD) shall be installed in each jacket. The ends of a 1 inch wide strap, constructed of Kevlar®, shall be sewn together to form a continuous loop. The strap shall be installed in the jacket between the liner system and outer shell such that when properly installed will loop around each arm.

The strap will be accessed through a portal between the shoulders on the upper back where it is secured in place by an FR strap. The DRD shall be removable for laundering. The access port shall be covered by an outside flap of shell material, designed to fit between the shoulder straps of an SCBA. The flap will have a NFPA-compliant 3M Scotchlite™ reflective logo patch sewn to the outside to clearly identify the feature as the DRD (Drag Rescue Device). The DRD shall not extend beyond the outside flap. This device provides a quickly deployed means of rescuing a downed firefighter. Flimsy, rope-style DRD straps will not be considered.

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LINER ACCESS OPENING (JACKET)

The liner system of the jacket shall incorporate an opening at the leading edge of the right front panel. This opening shall run a minimum of 11 inches for the purpose of inspecting the integrity of the jacket liner system.

When installed into the outer shell the Liner Access Opening shall be covered and protected by the overlap of the outer shell facing.

_____Comply _____Exception

RETROREFLECTIVE FLUORESCENT TRIM

The retroreflective fluorescent trim shall be lime/yellow 3M Scotchlite™ Triple Trim (L/Y borders with silver center).

Each jacket shall have an adequate amount of retroreflective fluorescent trim affixed to the outside of the outer shell to meet the requirements of NFPA 1971 and OSHA.

The trim shall be in the following widths and shall be NFPA Basic style; 3 inch wide stripes - around the bottom of the jacket within approximately 1 inch of the hem and around the back and chest area approximately 3 inches below the armpit, around each sleeve below the elbow.

REINFORCED TRIM STITCHING

All sewn on reflective trim is secured to the outer shell with Nomex® thread, using a locking chainstitch protected by our exclusive TrimTrax® system. Developed exclusively by Globe Manufacturing Co., LLC. this strip of 3/32-inch strong, durable, flame resistant black Kevlar® cording provides a bed for the stitching along each edge of the retroreflective fluorescent trim surface and affords extra protection for the thread from abrasion. TrimTrax® has been proven to be 5 to 7 times more durable than single or even double rows of stitching, significantly reducing maintenance costs and providing more value and a longer service life. Two rows of stitching used to attach the trim in place of the TrimTrax® shall be considered an unacceptable alternative, since it has been proven that the two rows of stitching has insignificant impact on wear life. All trim ends shall be securely sewn into a seam for a clean finished appearance.

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SEWN ON RETROREFLECTIVE LETTERING

Each jacket shall have

3” lime/yellow 3M Scotchlite™ lettering on Row A top row of back of coat reading CNRJ FD

LETTER PATCH

.Hanging Letter Patch The hanging letter patch shall be constructed of a double layer of outer shell material. The letter patch will attach to the rear inside hem of the jacket with a combination of snap fasteners and FR hook & loop fastener tape and will have Firefighters Last name sewn to it in 3 inch Scotchlite Lime/Yellow reflective letters

COLLAR & FREE HANGING THROAT TAB

The collar shall consist of a minimum four-layer construction and be of one-piece design. There shall be two layers of a moisture barrier material sandwiched in between two layers of outer shell fabric (see Moisture Barrier section). The forward inside ply of moisture barrier shall be sewn to the inside of the collar along the edges only. The multi-layered configuration shall provide protection from water and other hazardous elements, while maintaining thermal protection. The collar shall be a minimum of 3 inches high and graded to chest size. The leading edges of the collar shall extend up evenly from the leading edges of the jacket front body panels so that no gap occurs at the throat area. The collar back layers of outer shell and moisture barrier shall be joined to the body panels with a minimum of two rows of stitching. The collar front layers of outer shell and moisture barrier fabric shall have a series of minimum 6 snap fasteners on lower edge of the collar. The top most collar shall be turned under and finished such that the snaps on the collar will not be able to contact the wearer’s skin. There shall be corresponding snap fasteners on a moisture barrier leader, which is sewn to the thermal liner system to engage the snaps on the collar. The snaps on the thermal liner system leader will be installed such that they do not penetrate from the outer shell through to the inner layers. This moisture barrier leader on the thermal liner system shall be sandwiched between the underside of the top collar shell fabric and moisture barrier material and the bottom collar shell fabric and moisture barrier material so as to reduce the possibility of liner detachment while donning and doffing.

The throat tab shall consist of a minimum of four-layer construction and be a scoop type design. There shall be of two plies of outer shell material with two center plies of moisture barrier material. The throat tab shall measure not less than 3 inches wide at the center tapering to 2 inches at each end with a total length of approximately 9 inches. The throat tab will be attached to the right side of the collar by a 1 inch wide by 1 inch long piece of Nomex® twill webbing. The throat tab shall be secured in the closed and stowed position with FR hook and loop fastener tape. The FR hook and loop fastener tape shall be oriented to prevent exposure to the environment when the throat tab is in the closed position. Two 1½ inch by 3 inch pieces of FR loop fastener tape shall be sewn horizontally to the inside of each end of the throat tab. Corresponding pieces of FR hook fastener tape measuring 1 inch by 3 inches shall be sewn horizontally to the leading outside edge of the collar on each side, for attachment and adjustment when in the closed position and wearing a breathing apparatus mask. In order to provide a means of storage for the throat tab when not in use, a 1 inch by 3 inch piece of FR hook fastener tape shall be sewn horizontally to the inside of the throat tab immediately under the 1½ inch by 3 inch pieces of FR loop fastener tape. The collar closure strap shall fold in half for storage with the FR loop fastener tape engaging the FR hook fastener tape.

A hanger loop constructed of a double layer of outer shell material shall be sewn to the top of the collar at the center.

JACKET FRONT

The jacket shall incorporate separate facings to ensure there is no interruption in thermal or moisture protection in the front closure area. The facings shall measure approximately 2½ inches wide, extend from collar to hem, and be double stitched to the underside of the outer shell at the leading edges of the front body panels. A breathable moisture barrier material shall be sewn to the jacket facings and configured such that it is sandwiched between the jacket facing and the inside of the respective body panel. The breathable film side shall face inward to protect it. There shall be wicking barrier constructed of a moisture barrier material installed on the front closure system on the left and right side directly below the front facings to ensure continuous protection and overlap. The wicking barrier shall extend no more than a maximum of ¾ inch beyond the inner facing and false facing shall be unacceptable. The thermal liner and moisture barrier assembly shall be attached to the jacket facings by means of snap fasteners.

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STORM FLAP

A rectangular storm flap measuring approximately 3 inches (6 inches for hook and dee inside/FR hook and loop fastener tape outside closure; aka #7C) wide and a minimum of 23 inches long (based on a 32 inch length jacket) shall be centered over the left and right body panels to ensure there is no interruption in thermal or moisture protection in the front of the jacket. The outside storm flap shall be constructed of two plies of outer shell material with a center ply of breathable moisture barrier material. The outside storm flap shall be double stitched to the right side body panel and shall be reinforced at the top and bottom with backtacks.

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STORM FLAP AND JACKET FRONT CLOSURE SYSTEM

The jacket shall be closed by means of

(zipper and FR hook and loop fastener tape; aka #8C) a 22 inch size #10 heavy duty high-temp smooth-gliding YKK Vislon® zipper on the jacket fronts and FR hook and loop fastener tape on the storm flap. The teeth of the zipper shall be mounted on black Nomex® tape and shall be sewn into the respective jacket fronts.

The storm flap shall close over the left and right jacket body panels and shall be secured with FR hook and loop fastener tape. A 1½ inch piece of FR loop fastener tape shall be installed along the leading edge of the storm flap on the underside with four rows of stitching. A corresponding 1½ inch piece of FR hook fastener tape shall be sewn with four rows of stitching to the front body panel and positioned to engage the loop fastener tape when the storm flap is closed over the front of the jacket.

CARGO/HANDWARMER EXPANSION (BELLOWS) POCKETS

Each jacket front body panel shall have a 2 inch deep by 8 inch wide by 8 inch high expansion pocket, double stitched to it and shall be located such that the bottom of the pockets are at the bottom of the jacket for full functionality when used with an SCBA. Retroreflective trim shall run over the bottom of the pockets so as not to interrupt the trim stripe. Two rust resistant metal drain eyelets shall be installed in the bottom of each expansion pocket to facilitate drainage of water. The expansion pocket shall be reinforced with a layer of Kevlar® approximately 5 inches up on the inside of the pocket. The pocket flaps shall be rectangular in shape, constructed of two layers of outer shell material and shall measure approximately 3 inches deeper than the pocket expansion and ½ inch wider than the pocket. The upper pocket corners shall be reinforced with proven backtacks and pocket flaps shall be reinforced with backtacks. The pocket flaps shall be closed by means of

FR hook and loop fastener tape. Two pieces of 1 ½ inch by 3 inch FR hook fastener tape shall be installed vertically on the inside of each pocket flap (one piece on each end). Two corresponding pieces of 1 ½ inch by 3 inch FR loop fastener tape shall be installed horizontally on the outside of each pocket near the top (one piece on each end) and positioned to engage the hook fastener tape.

Additionally, a separate hand warmer pocket compartment will be provided under the expandable cargo pocket.

This compartment will be accessed from the rear of the pocket and shall be lined with Nomex® Fleece for warmth and comfort. Shell material linings shall not be considered acceptable.

(32” or shorter length) Retroreflective trim shall run over the bottom of the pockets so as not to interrupt the trim stripe.

26” length jacket – standard size pockets are not available, expansion pockets are available in either 2 inch deep by 10 inch wide by 6 inch high or 2 inch deep by 8 inch wide by 6 inch high

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SEMI-EXPANSION (BELLOWS) POCKETS

Each jacket front body panel shall have a 8 inch wide by 8 inch high semi-expansion pocket double stitched to it and shall be located to provide accessibility. The leading edge of the pockets shall be sewn flush with the jacket. The rear of the pockets shall expand to a depth of 2 inches. The lower half of each semi- expansion pocket shall be reinforced with an extra layer of Kevlar® material on the inside. Two rust resistant metal drain eyelets shall be installed in the bottom of each semi-expansion pocket to facilitate drainage of water. The pocket flaps shall be rectangular in shape, constructed of two layers of outer shell material and shall measure approximately 3 inches deeper than the pocket expansion and ½ inch wider than the pocket. The upper pocket corners shall be reinforced with proven backtacks and pocket flaps shall be reinforced with backtacks. The pocket flaps shall be closed by means of FR hook and loop fastener tape. Two pieces of 1½ inch by 3 inch FR hook fastener tape shall be installed vertically on the inside of each pocket flap (one piece on each end). Two corresponding pieces of 1½ inch by 3 inch FR loop fastener tape shall be installed horizontally on the outside of each pocket near the top (one piece on each end) and positioned to engage the hook fastener tape.

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AXTION® SLEEVES

The sleeves shall be of two piece construction and contoured, having an upper and a lower sleeve. Both the under and upper sleeve shall be graded in proportion to the chest size. For unrestricted movement, on the underside of each sleeve there shall be two outward facing pleats located on the front and back portion of the sleeve on the shell and thermal liner. On the moisture barrier, the system will consist of two darts, rather than pleats, to allow added length in the under sleeve. The moisture barrier darts will be seam sealed to assure liquid resistance integrity.

The pleats shall expand in response to upper arm movement and shall fold in on themselves when the arms are at rest. This expansion shall allow for greater multi-directional mobility and flexibility in the shoulder and arm areas, with little restriction or jacket rise. Neither stove-pipe nor raglan-style sleeve designs will be considered acceptable.

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SLEEVE CUFF REINFORCEMENTS

The sleeve cuffs shall be reinforced with black Ara-Shield® material.

The cuff reinforcements shall not be less than 2 inch in width and folded in half, approximately one half inside and one half outside the sleeve end for greater strength and abrasion resistance. The cuff reinforcement shall be double stitched to the sleeve end; a single row of stitching shall be considered unacceptable. This independent cuff provides an additional layer of protection as compared to a turned and stitched cuff. Jackets finished with a turned and stitched cuff do not provide the same level of abrasion resistance and will be considered unacceptable.

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WRISTLETS / ELASTICIZED ADJUSTABLE SLEEVE WELLS

Each jacket shall be equipped with

Nomex® knit wristlets not less than 4 inches in length and of double thickness. Nomex® knit is constructed of 96% Nomex® and 4% Spandex for shape retention. The color of the wristlets shall be white, grey.

The wristlets shall be sewn to the end of the liner sleeves. Flame resistant neoprene coated cotton/polyester material shall be sewn to the inside of the sleeve shell approximately 5 inches from the sleeve end and extending toward the cuff forming the sleeve well. The neoprene sleeve well shall form an elasticized cuff end with an FR hook and loop fastener tape tab providing a snug fit at the wrist and covering the knit wristlet. This sleeve well configuration serves to prevent water and other hazardous elements from entering the sleeves when the arms are raised. The neoprene material shall also line the inside of the sleeve shell from the cuff to a point approximately 5 inches back, where it joins the sleeve well and is double stitched to the shell. Four Ara-shield® snap tabs will be sewn into the juncture of the sleeve well and wristlet. The tabs will be spaced equidistant from each other and shall be fitted with female snap fasteners to accommodate corresponding male snaps in the liner sleeves. One of the Ara-shield® snap tabs shall be a different color in the liner to correspond with color coded snap tabs for ease of matching the liner system to the outer shell after inspection or cleaning is completed. This configuration will ensure there is no interruption in protection between the sleeve liner and wristlet.

LINER ELBOW THERMAL ENHANCEMENT

An additional layer of thermal liner material shall be sewn to the elbow area of the liner system for added protection at contact points and increased thermal insulation in this high compression area. The elbow thermal enhancement layers shall be sandwiched between the thermal liner and moisture barrier layers of the liner system and shall be stitched to the thermal liner layer only. Finished dimension shall be approximately 5 inches by 8 inches. All edges shall be finished by means of overedging. Raw or unfinished edges shall be considered unacceptable. Thermal scraps shall not be substituted for full-cut fabric padding.

LINER SHOULDER AND UPPER BACK THERMAL ENHANCEMENT

A minimum of one additional layer of thermal liner material shall be used to increase thermal insulation in the upper back, front and shoulder area of the liner system. This full-cut thermal enhancement layer shall drape over the top of each shoulder extending from the collar to the sleeve/shoulder seam, down the front approximately 5 inches from the juncture of the collar down the back to a depth of approximately 5 ¾ inches to provide greater CCHR protection in this high compression area. The upper back, front and shoulder thermal enhancement layers shall be sandwiched between the thermal liner and moisture barrier layers of the liner system and shall be stitched to the thermal liner layer only. The thermal enhancement layer shall have finished edges by means of overedging. Raw or unfinished edges shall be considered unacceptable. Thermal scraps shall not be substituted for full-cut fabric padding. Smaller CCHR reinforcements shall not be considered acceptable since they provide far less area of coverage.

RADIO POCKET

Each jacket shall have a pocket designed for the storage of a portable radio. This pocket shall be of box type construction, double stitched to the jacket and shall have one drainage eyelet in the bottom of the pocket. The pocket flap shall be constructed of two layers of outer shell material measuring approximately 3 inches longer than the depth of the pocket and ¼ inch wider than the pocket. The pocket flap shall be closed by means of FR hook and loop fastener tape. A 1½ inch by 3 inch piece of FR hook fastener tape shall be installed on the inside of the pocket flap beginning at the center of the bottom of the flap. A 1½ inch by 3 inch piece of FR loop fastener tape shall be installed horizontally on the outside of the pocket near the top center and positioned to engage the hook fastener tape. In addition, the entire inside of the pocket shall be lined with neoprene coated cotton/polyester material to ensure that the radio is protected from the elements. The impermeable barrier material shall also be sandwiched between the two layers of outer shell material in the pocket flap for added protection. The radio pocket shall measure approximately 3 inches deep by 2.5 inches wide by 7 inches high and shall be installed on the left sleeve.

Note: radio pocket 6-inch and over in height requires trim.

Note: Radio pockets on the sleeves will be fully lined with neoprene to comply with the NFPA 2018 Stored Energy Test.

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NOTCHED RADIO POCKET FLAP

The radio pocket flap shall be notched to accommodate the radio antenna on the both sides for a dual antenna notch.

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MICROPHONE STRAP

A strap shall be constructed to hold a microphone for a portable radio. It shall be sewn to the jacket at the ends only. The size of the microphone strap shall be 1 inch x 3 inches.

The microphone strap shall be mounted above the radio pocket and shall be constructed of double layer outer shell material.

FLASHLIGHT HOLDER

Each jacket shall be equipped with a “BIG ED” flashlight holder mounted on right chest.

EMBROIDERED AMERICAN/JAPANESE FLAG – RIGHT SLEEVE

Each jacket shall have a Nomex® embroidered American flag that measures approximately 2½ inches high by 3½ inches wide. Per Military protocol the field of stars shall be to the top right corner for installation on the right sleeve. Flags made of fabric other than Nomex® shall be considered unacceptable.

THIRD PARTY TESTING AND LISTING PROGRAM

All components used in the construction of these garments shall be tested for compliance to NFPA Standard #1971 by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Underwriters Laboratories shall certify and list compliance to that standard. Such certification shall be denoted by the Underwriters Laboratories certification mark.

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LABELS

Appropriate warning label(s) shall be permanently affixed to each garment. Additionally, the NFPA certification label shall include the following information.

Compliance to NFPA Standard #1971 Underwriters Laboratories classified mark Manufacturer's name Manufacturer's address Manufacturer's garment identification number Date of manufacture Size

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ISO CERTIFICATION / REGISTRATION

The protective clothing manufacturer shall be certified and registered to ISO Standard 9001 to assure a satisfactory level of quality. Indicate below whether the manufacturer is so certified and registered by checking either "Yes" or "No" in the space provided.

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WARRANTY:

The manufacturer shall warrant these jackets and pants to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for their serviceable life when properly used and cared for.

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HOOK AND LOOP SUPPORT PROGRAM

Support program shall cover hook or loop tape that has begun to fray or otherwise degrade from normal wear.

This program shall remain in effect for a period of five years from the original date of manufacture of the garment. This support program shall cover the repair or replacement, without charge, of any hook and/or loop on the garments produced by the manufacturer providing the garments are otherwise serviceable.

This support program does NOT cover damage from fire, heat, chemicals, misuse, accident or negligence.

Failure to properly care for garments will serve to void this support program.

BAR-CODE/RECORD KEEPING INTERFACE

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