BID NFPA COMPLIANT STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTER COAT AND PANTS 09242026.pdf

LEGAL NOTICE

TOWN OF BRANFORD

REQUEST FOR BIDS

NFPA Compliant S tructu r al Firefig h ting Coat and Pants

The Town of Branford is reques ting bid proposals for the purchase of NFPA Compl i a nt Structural Firefig h ting Coat and Pants for a two-year contract period ending fiscal year 2027 and 2028. Sp ecifications may be obtained from the Fina nce Depa rt m e nt, Branford Town Hall, 1019 Main Street, Br anford, CT or on the Town’s website at www.branford-ct.gov.

Bids ar e to be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “ NFPA Compliant Stru ctural Firefighting Coat and Pants” to the Finance D epart m e nt, Attentio n , Purchasing Clerk, 1019 Main Street , Branford, CT 06405 by 2:00 PM on Thursday, October 15, 2026. No bids will be accepted after that date and time. Bids will be publicl y opened immediately following the submission deadline in the confere nce room located on the base m e nt floor of Town Hall.

Requests for information or questions regarding this bid should be directed to Craig O’Rourke, Fire Captain , Email: corourke@branfordfire.com or by phone at 203-488- 7266.

The Board of Selectmen or the majori t y reserves the right to select or reject any and/or all bids containing alternate proposals, to waive any inform a l i t y in propo sals and to reject any and/or all bids or accept such bid as shall, in their judgment, be in the best inter est of the Town of Br anford.

Joseph Anastasio Purchasing Clerk mailto:corourke@branfordfire.com mailto:corourke@branfordfire.com mailto:corourke@branfordfire.com mailto:corourke@branfordfire.com mailto:corourke@branfordfire.com

TOWN OF BRANFORD, CONNECTICUT

BRANFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT

45 North Main St

Branford, CT 06405

Specifications for NFPA Compliant Structural Firefighting Coat and Pants

September 2026

GENERAL INFORMATION

PURPOSE & SCOPE

This specification defines the minimum requirements for structural firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE) providing limited protection as defined by NFPA 1971, Standard on Protective Ensemble for Structural Fire Fighting, Current Edition. In the absence of a comment on a particular point, industry standard practice shall be presumed to prevail. Every exception to specifications must be clearly identified in each bidder’s submission. All Bids shall meet or exceed the specifications below.

Current NFPA Standards applicable to this product specification shall express values for measurement in U.S. (inch-pound) followed by SI unit (metric) approximate equivalents. The manufacturer must certify the garments proposed in its bid meet or exceed all requirements of NFPA 1971 (Current Edition). The manufacturer must also list and label this product with Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) or Safety Equipment Institute (SEI), as the third-party certification organization prescribed in NFPA 1971. All certification testing and test preconditioning must have been performed by an ISO 17025-certified laboratory. UL, SEI or a UL Authorized Client Test Data Program laboratory will fulfill this requirement.

WARRANTY

The manufacturer must provide a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship with the bid package. For liability reasons, garments must be manufactured in the United States of America or Canada by companies with their assets and incorporation within the United States of America or Canada.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

LABELING REQUIREMENTS

Labels shall be permanently and integrally printed onto materials that meet all the requirements for labels of NFPA 1971. The garment shall be clearly labeled to fully identify the material content of all three layers: outer shell, moisture barrier and thermal liner. In addition, each separable outer shell component shall be labeled in an obvious location including the size, date of manufacturer and an individualized serial number and bar code that matches the corresponding garment liner.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

The manufacturer shall provide a user information guide for the garments, which complies with user information requirements of NFPA 1971. Topics shall include, but not necessarily be limited to pre-use information, preparation for use, inspection frequency and details, don/doff, use consistent with NFPA 1500, maintenance and cleaning, and retirement and disposal criteria and considerations. This document shall be packaged with each garment along with a specification summary sheet describing garment custom options, sizing and production details. This written information shall be in complete compliance with NFPA 1971 requirements and shall reference same.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

TRACEABILITY PROGRAM

The manufacturer shall have in place a computerized traceability program that provides for the assignment of a production control number to each garment. The traceability program must be capable of tracing the garment through production, from the bolts of cloth used in all three layers of the garment composite construction, to the assignment of the garment to the individual firefighter. This production control number shall be visibly located on the garment label and on other protected areas of garment.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

SIZING

To ensure a perfect fit, sizing shall be determined by actual measurements taken of the firefighter by a trained measurement specialist. Garments shall be available in custom sizing as follows: coat chest in 2-inch (5.1 cm) increments, coat sleeve in 0.5-inch (1.3 cm) increments, coat back length in 1-inch (2.5 cm) increments, pant waist in 2-inch (5.1 cm) increments and pant inseam in 1-inch (2.5 cm) increments. A full range of women’s sizing, on women’s patterns, must also be available. Each sleeve and inseam length shall provide 100% gradation from shoulder to wrist, and from hip to ankle, to provide proper fit for individual arm and leg lengths. Pattern tailoring to custom-fit neck, bicep, hip/seat and thigh circumferences must also be provided, when needed, at no additional charge. Neither Small-Medium- Large-Extra Large sizing nor women’s garments cut to men’s patterning are considered acceptable, as proper fit facilitates mobility and minimizes stress on each user. The successful bidder, in conjunction with the Fire Chief or his designee, shall establish a schedule to obtain individual measurements on members of the Branford Fire Department for their structural firefighting protective clothing. This may involve evening and/or weekend hours, and up to three (3) dates to complete; a single site shall be selected by the Fire Chief or his designee.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

PATENT CONSIDERATIONS

The Bidder, without exception, shall indemnify and save harmless the Purchaser and its employees from liability of any nature and kind, including cost and expenses for or on account of any copyrighted, patented or un-patented invention, process, or article manufactured or used in the performance of the contract, including its use by the Purchaser. If the Bidder uses any design, device, or materials covered by letters, patent or copyright, it is mutually agreed and understood without exception that the bid prices shall include all royalties or costs arising from the use of such design, device, or materials in any way involved in the work.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

CONSTRUCTION METHODS

Garments shall be constructed using industry-standard methods that meet or exceed NFPA 1971 requirements. All seams shall provide durability, strength, and resistance to thermal and mechanical stress. Moisture barrier seams shall be sealed in accordance with NFPA liquid penetration requirements.

The extra bulk of separate binding material is specifically prohibited.

• All pockets shall have a means to drain water and shall have a means of closure.

• All pocket closures shall be made either with hook and loop fastener tape a minimum of 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) wide. The specific placement of the closure system shall be outlined in the custom options sections.

All garment layers and Cold Weather Accessory Linings shall be graduated in size to fit within in each other in the overall composite without causing bunching or binding when the garment is worn. All points of stress shall be reinforced. Rivets are not acceptable because of their potential for rust and electrical or heat conduction.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

ASSET TRACKING SERVICES

The manufacturer shall provide a Windows-compatible software program for the tracking of care, cleaning and maintenance of the department’s PPE. This tracking program shall meet or exceed all record-keeping requirements of standard NFPA 1851, Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Protective Ensembles, Latest Edition. Labels on each separable part of the garment shall include a standard style interleaved 2 of 5 barcode containing (at a minimum) an individualized serial number for asset tracking purposes. The manufacturer must be capable of providing onsite or internet training to department personnel who are involved with the daily use of this tracking program, and if there is an additional cost involved for this service, the Bidder must disclose those costs at the time of bid.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

REPAIRS & ALTERATIONS

The manufacturer shall provide on call at no charge, during normal business hours, a liaison to assist the Branford Fire Department on a telephone consultation basis, on all maintenance or repair questions that arise. Additionally, the manufacturer shall agree to expedite, on its own cost-only basis, all repairs that must be performed at the manufacturer’s plant over the life of the contract. All repairs not covered under the manufacturer’s warranty shall include a price quote prior to making any repairs.

HIGH TEMPERATURE THERMAL INSULATING MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS

Because thermally stable materials are essential to maximizing protective performance in firefighters’ PPE, and because NFPA only states “minimum” performance requirements, all thermal liner or thermal enhancing materials used in the garments shall also meet the following criteria after the 500-degree F oven test:

• Material shall remain intact and flexible

• No portion of the material shall crack, crumble or flake

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

BREATHABILITY REQUIREMENT

Excluding where required by NFPA standard, necessary for functionality, or specifically called out in the custom option sections, all materials fabrics and reinforcements used in the construction of the garments shall be breathable and all moisture barrier material must be as specified in the Materials Section. The breathability requirement includes but is not limited to: collar, chinstrap, storm shield, fly, water wells, front coat facings, and reinforcement cushioning where applicable.

Areas where non-breathability is allowed (absent Custom Option specifications): trim or other items placed externally on the arms that might need extra material to pass NFPA required Stored Energy Testing, hook and loop fastening, hardware or hardware backing, and pocket linings where used exterior to the outer shell.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

CONDUCTIVE AND COMPRESSIVE HEAT RESISTANCE (cchr)

Using breathable materials as outlined in the section titled Breathable Materials, there shall be:

Garments shall provide enhanced thermal protection in high-compression areas such as shoulders, elbows, and knees in accordance with NFPA requirements.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

The following standards in their active versions on the date of invitation for bid shall form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein.

STANDARD TITLE

ASTM D 6193-97 Standard Practice for Stitches and Seams

NFPA 1500, Current Edition Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program

NFPA 1851, Current Edition Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Structural Fire Fighting Protective Ensembles

NFPA 1971, Current Edition Standard on Protective Ensemble for Structural Fire Fighting

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

SIZING AND DELIVERY TURNAROUND TIME

To maintain an adequate and efficient means of providing the members of the Branford Fire Department with appropriate PPE, sizing appointments as described above shall be made within thirty

(30) days of request from the Branford Fire Department. All orders shall be delivered to the Branford Fire Department not to exceed seventy five (75) days from sizing.

STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTING – COAT

DESIGN & PATTERN

The standard coat design shall be 6-inches (15.2 cm) longer at the rear hem than at the front hem and provide continuous and unbroken moisture barrier and thermal liner protection from the collar seam to the hem at the bottom of the coat tail. Each coat length shall be determined by each individual’s torso length to provide the coat-to-pant interface as defined by NFPA 1500. Coat design must interface properly with standard waist high bunker pants. To facilitate various body types the front to rear length differential shall be made available in 3-inch (7.5cm), 4-inch (10.0cm), and 5-inch (12.5cm and 6-inch (15.0cm) Tail Drops.

The coat shall be ergonomically designed to allow full range of motion and minimize restriction during firefighting activities. Patterning shall reduce coat rise, sleeve pullback, and exposure during movement.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

NFPA APPROVED DRAG RESCUE DEVICE (DRD)

Manufacturer shall supply an NFPA required and certified Drag Rescue Device (DRD) with each coat.

Each strap will be properly labeled with the chest size(s) the Rescue Strap is designed to fit. Rescue Strap shall be designed in a fashion that it functionally provides a dynamic and articulated action and to eliminate excess strapping material hanging down the back when installed between the garment’s liner and outer shell.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

LINER ATTACHMENT

The completed liner-moisture barrier assembly shall attach to and provide continuous moisture and pathogen protection. The liner system shall be securely attached to the outer shell in a manner that maintains continuous protection and allows for removal for cleaning and inspection.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

CERTIFICATIONS

The coat certification label on the liner shall be affixed to the inside right body panel of the liner in a fashion to provide an inside liner pocket. The coat label on the shell shall be affixed in a conspicuous location once the liner is removed.

COLLAR & CHIN STRAP

The collar and chin strap shall provide full neck protection and secure closure while allowing comfort and mobility. Design shall comply with NFPA requirements.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

SLEEVES, INNER/EXTERNAL WRISTLET & WATERWELL

Sleeves shall be designed to NFPA 1971 standards to prevent exposure and allow full mobility. Wristlets and moisture barrier features shall prevent entry of liquids and debris.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

FRONT CLOSURE WITH PROTECTIVE OVERLAP

The front closure system shall provide continuous thermal and moisture protection to prevent liquid entry during the NFPA 1971 Whole Garment Liquid Penetration Test.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

COMPOSITE MATERIALS

The specifier has determined the ONLY acceptable combination of materials. Any substitution of materials shall be grounds for immediate disqualification of bid without further consideration.

Outer shell: PBI Max 7.0 (Black)

Thermal lining: Glide Ice 2-layer 7.4 oz (Berry Compliant)

Moisture barrier: GORE Innovate

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

COAT CUSTOM OPTIONS TO BE PROVIDED

Instructions in this custom options section that contradict earlier specifications or statements supersede those earlier specifications or statements as long as the required certifications are not compromised.

The following is specific to the Branford Fire Department:

REENGINEERED

Std – Reinforced Coat Cuffs

Std -Inspection Port Liner

Std- Liner detachable

Std -SET Thermal Enhancement

Std -Liner Label Pocket

Std -Wristlets- Long Hybrid with tabs – Nomex

Std -Trim - Double-Stitched

Std- DRD

Firefighter Trim – NFPA 3” 3M Scotchlite two tone Lime

< BRANFORD > - Lime 3” letters placed directly on upper back of coat

Hem Patch – PBI Max 7.0 – BLACK (No Exceptions)

FF LAST NAME ONLY, first initial when necessary - avg. 7 letters – Lime - ok to use 2" letters to fit. *

Department reserves the right to specify RANK on Rear of Coat for CHIEF, ASSISTANT CHIEF, DEPUTY

CHIEF, CAPTAIN, LIEUTENANT, FIRE MARSHAL or other similar rank

*Last Names shall be sewn onto patch which shall be attached to tail of coat by Velcro strips also sewn into garment.

*** Trim & Lettering Color Combo is Correct ***

End user option of Zipper or Hook and D-Ring closure with cover secured by 2” hook and loop

Reinforced Coat Cuffs – PBI Max 7.0 - BLACK

No Take Up Straps on coat

Large Flashlight Tab w/hook and loop Strap - right chest

Semi bellows Coat Pockets with fleece lined pockets- PBI Max 7.0 –Black – 8” x 8” x 2” and rolled edge type flap for easy opening with a gloved hand.

Mic Tab – PBI Max 7.0 – Black - left chest - 0.5" x 2.5" 3” down from shoulder seam

Radio Pocket – PBI Max 7.0 – Black - Left chest – 8” X 3” X 2”

All Pockets will be reinforced with Kevlar liners

STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTING – PANT

DESIGN STYLE & PATTERN REQUIREMENTS

The pant shall be of a traditional waist-high-only design to facilitate full torso ventilation of front, rear and sides of trunk for maximum body cooling effect to help minimize firefighter heat stress. For this reason, other than waist-high pants shall not be considered acceptable or “equal,” since additional trunk wrapping traps heat and moisture, increasing heat stress buildup while also creating mechanical resistance when covering the natural torso flexion point of the waist. Pants shall be ergonomically designed to allow full mobility, including bending, crawling, and climbing. Reinforcement shall be provided in high-wear areas.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

SUSPENDERS

Suspenders shall be secured to the pants by industry standards and supplied as listed in this spec.

Suspender option to be determined by end user at time of sizing.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

PANT LINER ATTACHMENT

The completed liner-moisture barrier assembly shall attach to and provide continuous moisture and pathogen protection. The liner system shall be securely attached to the outer shell in a manner that maintains continuous protection and allows for removal for cleaning and inspection.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

CERTIFICATIONS

The pant certification label on the liner shall be affixed to the inner area of the liner. The pant label on the shell shall be affixed to the facing at the fly.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

FLY FRONT

The outer shell fly shall be lock stitched to the front opening and shall be in proportion to waist size and crotch rise in both length and width. Fly inner lining shall extend at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) past the outer shell fly attachment seam and shall be constructed of certified breathable moisture barrier and thermal liner. In combination with the liner, the system shall offer 360 degree protection without gaps during movement of the outer shell moisture barrier and thermal liner. Closure shall be by means of a minimum 1.5-inch-wide (3.8-cm-wide) hook and loop fastener, and all construction techniques used shall provide liquid penetration protection under the NFPA 1971 Whole Garment Liquid Penetration

Test.

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

COMPOSITE MATERIALS

The specifier has determined the ONLY acceptable combination of materials. Any substitution of materials shall be grounds for immediate disqualification of bid without further consideration.

Outer shell: PBI Max 7.0 (Black)

Thermal lining: Glide Ice 2-layer 7.4 oz (Berry Compliant)

Moisture barrier: GORE Innovate

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

PANT CUSTOM OPTIONS TO BE PROVIDED:

Instructions in this custom options section that contradict earlier specifications or statements supersede those earlier specifications or statements as long as the required certifications are not compromised.

The following is specific to the Branford Fire Department:

Does your bid meet or exceed all aspects of this section? Yes ___ No ___

REENGINEERED

Std Pant Cuffs – PBI Max 7.0 – BLACK (No Exceptions)

Std -Inspection Port Liner

Std -Liner Detachable

Std -Trim - Double-Stitched

Firefighter Trim - NFPA 3” 3M Scotchlite Comfort Trim two tone Lime

Wide Fly - 2" hook and loop w/integrated Class II Harness with carabineer and D –Ring for bailout system connection with firefighter option of left or right sided deployment if possible

Zipper or hook and D closure with snap at the top of the fly to aid in closing the zipper

Reinforced Cuffs Ara-shield - BLACK

In order to protect the firefighter while crawling or kneeling, list options for knee protection. The option that meets the needs of the Branford Fire Department will be selected prior to contract– PBI Max 7.0 –

BLACK (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Knees to be Ara-shield or equivalent– BLACK

Bellows Pockets - Gemini XT - Black - 10" x 10" x 2.5" with Kevlar liners and Ara-Shield protection and rolled edge type flap for easy opening with a gloved hand. Option by end user for a sewn in bail out kit attachments at time of sizing.

Padded Suspenders w/ Quick Adjust. Suspender type to be determined by end user at time of sizing.

Bid Proposal Sheet

Bid Proposal for: NFPA Compliance Structural Firefighting Coat and Pants A copy of the specification shall be attached to this proposal

We hereby propose to furnish all labor and materials required by the contr act documents as follows:

Total Price Per Set:

Ending F/Y 202 7

Coat $

Ending F/Y 2028

Pant $ $

Company Name:

Company Address:

Signature of Authorized Represe ntative

Date

Title

Bid Bond (Required) NO

Bid Bond Enclosed (If Required) NO

Performance Bond (Required) NO

Bid Proposal Sheet (Required) YES

OFFICE OF THE TREASURER

1019 Main Street Post Office Box 150 (203) 488-8394 Branford, CT 06405 FAX: 315-3736

General Requirements for Bidding and

Instructions to Bidders

NOTICE

Information provided in these specifications is CONFIDENTIAL and is to be used only for the purpose of preparing a proposal. It is further expected that each bidder will read these specifications with care, for failure to meet every one or a combination of specified conditions may invalidate the proposal.

The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids or any portion thereof and to accept the bid deemed to be in the best interest of the Town of Branford.

Bidders are requested to submit quotations on the basis of these specifications. Alternate quotations will receive consideration providing such alternatives are clearly explained.

The information contained herein is believed to be accurate and is based upon the latest available information but is not to be considered in any way as a warranty.

Revised 8/2021 Standard Form

SECTION I - General Terms and Conditions

A. Compliance with Laws

The bidder shall at all times observe and comply with all laws, ordinances and regulations of the federal, state and local governments, which may in any way affect the preparation or the performance of the contract.

B. Timetable

Price quoted must be valid for 60 days. Delivery and installation completion dates must be included in the bid proposal.

C. Consideration of Proposals

The Board of Selectmen, or a majority of them, reserve the right to select or reject alternate proposals; to waive informality in proposals; and to reject any and all bids, or accept such bid as shall in its judgement be to the best interest of the Town of Branford.

D. Bid Bond **NOT REQUIRED**

1. A certified check or bank draft made payable to the “Treasurer, Town of Branford”, or a satisfactory bid executed by the bidder and a surety company in an amount no less than five percent (5%) of the base bid, may be required with each proposal.

2. Checks or drafts will be returned to unsuccessful bidders within ten (10) business days of the bid award.

E. Performance Bond **NOT REQUIRED**

Successful bidders may be required to furnish a Performance and Payment Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract sum.

F. Protection of Work and Property

Successful bidders shall be responsible for protection of their equipment and materials against theft, damage or deterioration on the site.

G. Competency of Bidders

1. Bidders shall have had proven experience in the field of work.

2. Bidders shall submit with their bid a listing of recent work performed within the State of Connecticut of the size equal to or greater than the work being bid.

H. Alternates

1. Any alternates to specified materials or workmanship must be separately listed and described in detail.

2. Alternates will be considered in awarding the contract only if they provide, as a minimum requirement, all features contained in the specifications.

3. The Town of Branford reserves the sole right to determine through its agents the equality of alternate products and/or installation procedures.

I. Bid Requirements

1. Each bidder shall return two (2) copies of the proposal sheet entitled “Bid Proposal”. Each bid proposal must be signed by an authorized agent of the bidder.

2. Each bidder must complete and have notarized the “Non-Collusion Affidavit of Bidder” form. This form must accompany all bids being submitted.

3. Each bidder must be in good standing with the Town of Branford.

4. Successful bidders must obtain any required governmental approvals.

J. Specifications – General

The contract shall include all labor and materials, tools and equipment and services required for proper performance of the work as specified hereinafter and as may be required for proper completion of the work in accordance with the highest standards of the trades involved.

K. Examination of Site

Prior to submission of the bid, contractor shall visit the site, consult with the supervisor, and become thoroughly familiar with all conditions under which the work will be installed. The contractor will be responsible for any assumptions made regarding the site for the work to be performed.

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NON-COLLUSION AFFI D AVIT OF BIDDER

Sta te of:

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; being first dul y sworn, deposes and says t hat:

1) S/he is ( owner, part ne r, officer, r epr e sentative or agent) of , t he Bidder that has submitt e d the attached Bid:

2) S/he is f ully i nf orm e d regarding t he prepar at ion and cont ents of the attached Bid and of all per tin ent circumstances regar ding such Bid:

3) Such Bid is genui ne and is not a collusi ve or sham Bi d:

4) Neit her t he said Bidder nor a ny of its of fic er s, partners, owner, agents, represent ative s, emplo y ees or par ties in interest, i ncludi ng this aff iant , has i n any way c olluded, cons pired, connived, or agr eed, dir ectly or i ndirectly wit h any other Bidder , firm or pers on to submit a collusi ve or sham Bid i n connection wi t h t he Cont r act for which t he attached Bid has been submitted or t o ref ra in f rom bidding in connecti on wit h such Contract, or has in any manne r, directl y or indi rectly, sought by agr eement or collus i o n or communi cation or conference wit h any other Bidder, firm or per son to fix the price or pric e s in the attached Bid or of any Bidder, or t o f ix any overhead, pr ofit or cos t element of the bid pr i ce or t he bi d price of any ot her Bi dder or t o s ecure t hrough any collusion, conspiracy, conniv a n ce or unlawful agreem ent any advant age with t he Owne r or any per son intere sted i n t he pr opos ed Contract.

5) The pri ce quoted in the attached Bid is fair and proper a nd is not t ainted by collusion, conspirac y, connivance or unlawful agreement on the par t of t he Bidder or any of i ts agents, representatives, owners , empl oyees, or parties i n int erest .

Signed:

Title:

Subsc rib ed and sworn before m e this day of , 20 .

Notary Public: NOTARY SEAL

My Commis s i o n expir es , 20 .

E ac h bid der must com ple te and have notar ized with a notar y se al the “Non- Co llu sion Aff idav i t o f Bidd er ” f or m.

Thi s f orm m ust a cc ompa n y all bids bei ng s ubmitt ed.

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Town of Branfo rd Professional Services – Insur ance Requirem ents

Contractor/ Vendor sha ll agr ee to maint ain in force at all times during the contract t h e follow ing m inimum coverage and sha ll n ame the Tow n of Branford as an Addi tional Insured on a primary and non-contribu tory bas is to all p o lici es except Workers Compensa tion. All p olicies sh oul d a lso i nclude a Waiver of Subrogat ion. Ins urance shall be wri tten w ith Carriers approved i n the S tate of Co nnec ticut and with a min imum AM Bes t’s ratin g of “ A-“VIII. In addition, all Carriers are subject to approval by the Town of Branford.

(Min imu m Lim its) General Liab ility Each Oc curr ence $1,000,000

General Aggreg ate $2,000,000 Products/C omplet ed $2,000,000 Operations Aggregate

Auto Liab ility

Excess /Umbrella Liability

Profess iona l L iab ility

Cyber Liability (1)

Work ers’ C ompensat ion a nd Employers’ Li ability (2)

Combined Single L imit Each Accident

Each Oc curr ence Aggregat e

Each Claim

Each Oc curr ence Aggregat e

WC Stat utory L imits

EL Each Accident EL D isease Each Employe e EL D isease Policy L imit

$1,000,000

$1,000,000 $1,000,000

$1,000,000

$1,000,000 $1,000,000

$1,000,00 0 $1,000,00 0 $1,000,00 0

If any policy is written on a “ Cla ims Made” basis, the pol icy must be continually renewed for a minimum of two years from the com p let ion d ate of th is contract. If the policy is replaced a n d/or the retroact ive date is change d, th en th e expiri ng policy must b e endorsed to exte nd t he report ing p eriod for cla ims for the policy in eff ect dur ing the contract f or two) years fr om th e complet ion d ate.

Original, complet ed Certifi cates of I nsurance must b e presented to the Town of Bra nford pri or to contract issua nce. Co ntrac tor/Ve ndor agre es to provi d e rep lace ment/renewal cert ificates at l east 3 0 days prior to the expirat ion date of th e polic ies. Shou l d any pol icy be cance lle d f or non payme nt of premium, 10 days written n otice m ust be prov ided to the Town. Sho uld any of t he polices be cancelle d for other reaso ns, l imits re duced or, coverage alt ered, 30 days wri tten notice m ust be give n t o th e Town.

Notes

(1 ) Cyber Liab ility is require d if Contractor is on Town ’s network or houses Town information on their n etw ork.

(2 ) Work ers Compensatio n is r equ ired if employees c o me onto T own property.