Disaster_Backpack.docx

Two Person Emergency Preparedness Backpack

Mandatory – General:

1) Backpack must be color red, canvas fabric, and have the agency logo prominently displayed in white lettering ;

2) Due to lack of storage at agency, cannot receive more than 400 backpacks per scheduled delivery;

3) Inside delivery only;

4) Container boxes used for delivery must be of sturdy and durable material to allow for later vehicle transportation by agency staff of backpacks throughout Massachusetts. Please submit photo of proposed container.

Mandatory Contents of Backpack:

1) Unisex Comfort Kit - includes pocket tissue, shampoo/body bath 2 oz., hand and body lotion 4 oz., deodorant soap bar 1 oz., comb, washcloth, tooth brush, razor, shave gel 1.5 oz., roll-on anti-perspirant deodorant 1.5 oz., fluoride anti-cavity gel toothpaste .6 oz;

2) Battery free - four in one windup flashlight – led flashlight, fm scan radio/tuner, emergency siren, cell phone charger;

3) 2.5 gallon plastic water container with easy flow nozzle;

4) 36 piece first aid travel kit;

5) Two 2400 hundred calorie food bars (SOS emergency food rations with a five year shelf life);

6) Two tissue packets;

7) Two sanitary napkins;

8) AM / FM radio with speaker and earphone jack;

9) Two AA batteries (for radio);

10) Two emergency blankets (silver both sides for reflective purpose, wind and water proof, minimum size of 52” x 84”);

11) 10 gallon biohazard bag;

12) Two pair of 10 hour chemical hand warmers (large size);

13) Two ponchos (52”x 80” green or yellow);

14) One 6” green wrapped light stick;

15) One whistle, pea and lanyard;

16) Twelve 4 oz. water packets (emergency purified drinking water with a five year shelf life).