ESBD_444215_1754679470695_4_Attachment F 304T-26-120A1 Rescue Gear.pdf

IFB No. 304T-26-120A1

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

Statewide Procurement Division

Rescue Gear

Attachment F

Requirements and Specifications

Attachment F – Requirements and Specifications

• All items below (numbers 1-7) must be assembled and delivered as a complete kit.

• Images are example products only.

Line 1: Rescue Gear Kit

Item #1: Water Rescue Vest

1. Size: Universal (fits chest sizes 30 inches – 52 inches)

2. Color: Black with fluorescent yellow-green accents for enhanced visibility

3. Logo: Must not contain a logo on the outside

4. Buoyancy:

a. High buoyancy of 25 pounds equivalent to 111 Newtons

b. Meets United States Coast Guard (USCG) Type V SAR PFD standards

c. Approved under USCG - UL1123 - Marine Buoyant Devices 160.064, Type V with

Type III performance

d. Approved for trained rescue personnel only

5. Recommended Use: Public Safety; designed for swift water rescue professionals

6. Material:

a. Outer shell: Durable 500 Denier Cordura with high visibility accents

b. Layered flotation foam for comfort and operational performance

c. Quick-donning system with 7 adjustment tabs for a secure, customizable fit

7. Visibility:

a. Minimum 62 square inches of SOLAS reflective tape

b. Fluorescent yellow-green color based on 2011 Mustang Survival study for high visibility in water

c. Visible in a wide range of light levels and water conditions

8. Key Features:

a. Integrated drag handle

b. Quick-release belt for emergency situations

c. Two large self-draining pockets for gear storage

d. MOLLE webbing on shoulders and back for gear attachment

e. Velcro panel on the back for attaching identification patches

f. 2 inch harness webbing tested to 730 pounds after accelerated weathering

g. D-ring and webbing loop inside pocket for securing accessories

Item #2: Helmet Bump

1. Sizes Available:

a. Small/Medium

b. Large/Extra Large

2. Color Options:

a. High-visibility red or

b. High-visibility yellow

3. Material Requirements:

a. Shell: High-impact ABS plastic

b. Liner: Closed-cell Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) molded foam for impact absorption and comfort

4. Design Feature: Inner padding to include removable foam ear protection pads

5. Ventilation: Minimum of 8 ventilation holes (helmet includes 9) for airflow and cooling

6. Adjustability:

a. Equipped with a ratchet easy-fit system for secure and comfortable fit

b. Chin strap: Webbed chin cup strap for additional stability

7. Accessory mounts:

a. Integrated side accessory rails b.Front center NVG/Go-Pro mounting bracket for flashlight or camera attachment

8. Performance Requirements:

a. Complies with EN 1385:2012 water sport helmet standard

b. Lightweight and comfortable design optimized for water rescue operations

9. Certification: CE EN 1385 Approved

Item #3: Whistle

1. Color: Neon Yellow

2. Sound must be heard up to one mile away

3. Design:

a. Chambers must be designed to self-clear when submerged in water

b. Must be pealess (no moving parts)

c. Must be easy to blow and designed to prevent overblowing

d. Must include an attachment point such as a metal ring

Item #4: Car Escape Tool

1. Color: Safety Yellow

2. Dimensions:

a. Length: Minimum 2.99 inches (76 millimeters) / Maximum 4.33 inches (110 mm)

b. Width: Minimum 0.98 inch (25 mm) / Maximum 2.75 inches (70 mm)

c. Height: Minimum 1.18 inches (30 mm) / Maximum 6.69 inches (170 mm)

3. Weight: Minimum 0.6 ounce (17 grams) / Maximum 1.2 ounces (35 g)

4. Materials: ABS plastic, stainless steel, hardened chrome-plated steel, and nylon

5. Keychain attachable for easy portability

6. 2-in-1 safety tool:

a. Seatbelt cutter for cutting jammed safety belts

b. Spring-loaded glass breaker for shattering tempered car side windows

Item #5: Carabiner

1. Color: Red/Black

2. Shape: Narrow asymmetric "D" shape optimized for maximum breaking strength (MBS)

3. Material and Build:

a. Machined frame for tight tolerances and smooth operation

b. I-beam profile at top and bottom must bend for reduced weight and high strength

4. Gate Type: Auto-lock with ergonomic pull-down and twist action

5. Gate Design:

a. Large, ergonomic angled gate opening Minimum 20 mm Maximum 25 mm

b. Snag-resistant keylock nose

c. Beveled edges on sleeve to reduce risk of rope and lanyard hang-up and cross-loading

6. Dimensions:

a. Length: Minimum 3.58 inches (91 mm) / Maximum 4.44 inches (113 mm)

b. Width: Minimum 2.12 inches (54 mm) / Maximum 2.63 inches (67 mm)

c. Thickness: Minimum 0.47 inch (12 mm) / Maximum 0.78 inch (20 mm)

7. Weight: Minimum 0.9 ounce (28 g) / Maximum 2.01 ounces (57 g)

8. Certification: CE/UIAA certified

9. Features:

a. High strength-to-weight ratio in a standard-size carabiner

b. Sleek, flattened profile (non-lanyard version)

Item #6: Water Rescue Throw Bag 75 Feet

1. Color: High-visibility yellow (red also acceptable)

2. Specifications:

a. Bag Dimensions:

• Minimum 27 inches x 13 inches x 13 inches

• Maximum 29.5 inches x 15 inches x 13.8 inches

b. Rope Length: 75 feet (23 meters)

c. NFPA Rope (Sterling Grabline)Strength Diameter:

• Minimum 1/4 inch (6 mm): 1,000 pounds MBS

• Maximum 3/8 inch (9 mm): 1,900 pounds MBS

• NFPA 1983 certified

3. Weight: Minimum 1,800 pound tensile strength / Maximum 2,500 pounds

4. Design Features:

a. Side flotation to keep bag flat on water surface and roll up light stick

b. Dual elastic loops for holding two glow sticks on foam side

c. Vertical mesh panel for drainage and faster rope dry time

d. Grab strap with buckle for secure handling

e. Adjustable drawcord closure for secure sealing

5. Material:

a. Material: Rugged 500 denier nylon

b. Vented mesh construction for drainage

c. Reflective material for increased visibility in low-light conditions

6. Additional Features:

a. Belt loops for mounting on Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) via MOLLE system or waist belt throw bag belt

Item #7: Large Heavy Duty Mesh Duffle Bag

1. Color: Black

2. Dimensions:

a. Length: Minimum 22 inches / Maximum 40 inches

b. Width: Minimum 12 inches / Maximum 20 inches

c. Height: Minimum 10 inches / Maximum 18 inches

3. Material:

a. Constructed with Cordura woven nylon on the side, end, and bottom panels

d. Ballistic mesh used for top and side inserts

4. Design Features:

a. Ventilation capability through mesh construction

b. Collapsible for flat, compact storage

c. Top U-flap style closure for wide opening and easy access

d. Heavy-duty zipper with dual pulls and large pull tabs

e. Large drainage grommet centered on the bottom panel

5. Carrying Options:

a. 2-inch wide nylon webbing straps wrapped around the duffel to form top carry handles

b. Includes hook and loop closure sleeve for handle comfort

c. Removable and adjustable shoulder strap with comfort pad and swiveling gate clips

6. Customization:

a. Equipped with interior Velcro-compatible pockets for organizing wet, sandy, or odor-prone gear

Line 1: Rescue Gear Kit