FY27_CLOTHING_SPECIFICATIONS.pdf

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FY27 ACHD Clothing
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EO27-01
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Ada County, Idaho

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FY27 ACHD Clothing - Specifications Summary

This is a clothing specifications document for the Ada County Highway District (ACHD) in Idaho, detailing the technical requirements and standards for employee apparel to be supplied under the FY27 clothing contract. The specifications cover a comprehensive range of clothing items designed to meet ACHD's operational, safety, branding, and performance requirements. The document establishes detailed standards for fabric composition, durability, fit, color specifications, and construction quality to ensure that all supplied items meet the District's expectations for professional appearance and functional performance in field and office environments. The contract is intended to provide a consistent source of high-quality apparel throughout Fiscal Year 2027, with vendors expected to demonstrate their capability to deliver products meeting these exacting specifications while maintaining reliable customer service and efficient order fulfillment.

The specifications document serves as the technical foundation for vendor evaluation and product acceptance under the solicitation, ensuring that all submitted proposals and delivered products conform to ACHD's established standards. Vendors responding to the FY27 ACHD Clothing contract must ensure that all clothing items precisely match the detailed specifications outlined in this document, including requirements for material content, construction methods, color matching, sizing accuracy, and performance characteristics. This comprehensive specification framework allows ACHD to maintain uniformity across its employee clothing inventory while enabling fair comparison of vendor proposals based on consistent technical criteria.

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FY 27 CLOTHING SPECIFICATIONS

ACHD CLOTHING SPECIFICATIONS

All clothing must meet specifications and be first quality; no seconds or irregulars will be accepted. When a specified item lists a certain manufacturer, it is used only to designate a minimum quality standard. As such, ACHD seeks the brand name or an equal or greater than the brand name product.

Product Specifications and Approved Equals:

The product descriptions and manufacturer references identified within the Cost Schedules are intended to solely establish the minimum quality, design, performance, and functionality required by ACHD. References to specific brands or manufacturers shall be interpreted as “or approved equal.”

Equivalent products will be considered provided they meet or exceed all stated specifications, quality standards, fit, function, durability, and performance requirements.

Country of Origin:

Products supplied under this Contract are not required to be manufactured within the United States. Products manufactured domestically or internationally will be considered, provided they fully comply with all Contract requirements, Specifications, and applicable laws.

ACHD Logos and Artwork:

Official ACHD logos, artwork, branding files, and approved electronic artwork required for garment production shall be provided only to the successful Contractor or Contractors following Contract award. Such materials shall be used solely for the performance of the Contract and shall not be reproduced, modified, or distributed without prior written authorization from ACHD.

I. Clothing Embroidered with ACHD Logo:

A. Long Sleeve and Short Sleeve Men’s Shirt; and Long Sleeve, ¾ Sleeve, and Short Sleeve Ladies' Shirt:

1. Men’s and ladies' long and short sleeve shirts with a minimum of 4.5 ounces and a 55/45 cotton/poly blend construction similar to the Port Authority Easy Care Shirts.

2. Required colors are black, white, royal blue, gray, dark green, and orange.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5XL as well as tall sizes.

B. Men’s and Ladies' Polo Shirts:

1. Men’s and ladies dri-mesh pro polos short sleeve polo shirt with a minimum of 3.9ounce 100% polyester mini pique on body, 96/4 poly/spandex stretch mesh insets similar to the Sport-Tek Dri-Mesh Pro Polo.

2. Preferred colors are black, white, forest green, true navy, gray and orange.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5XL as well as tall sizes.

C. Men’s and ladies' Performance Polo shirts:

1. Men’s and ladies' 5-ounce, polyester with spandex pique with stay-cool wicking, four-way stretch fabric, 3-button placket, similar to Cutter Buck Polo.

2. Color Choices: black, electric blue, navy, petrol grey, and white.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

D. Ladies Textured Blouse:

1. Ladies 4.5-ounce, 100% polyester crepe, open neck, elastic cuffs, side slits .

Similar to Port Authority.

2. Required colors include black, white, navy, and sterling grey.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5 XL.

E. Men’s and Ladies ¼ zip Pullover:

1. Men’s and Ladies 6.9-ounce, 56/44 polyester cotton double knit, snag-resistant, self fabric chin guard, raglan sleeves, self turned cuffs and hem. Similar to Port Authority

2. Required colors include deep black, true navy, and steel grey.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

F. Men’s Custom Solid Flannel Shirt:

1. Men’s 4.2 oz. 80/20 cotton/polyester, 2 chest pockets with button flaps, button cuffs, half moon back yoke, locker loop, and hem bottom. Similar to Burnside.

2. Required colors include charcoal and black.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5XL as well as tall sizes.

G. Men’s and Ladies Core Soft Shell Vest:

1. Men’s and Ladies 100% polyester woven shell bonded to a water-resistant film insert and a 100% polyester microfleece lining. 92/8 poly/spandex woven shell bonded to a water-resistant film insert and a 100% polyester microfleece lining with a waterproof rating 1000G/M2 fabric breathability rating, wind-resistant and water-repellent reverse coil zippers, zip-through cadet collar with chin guard, front zippered pockets, and open hem.

2. Required colors are blue navy, battleship grey, black, and marshmallow.

3. The required size should include small through 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

H. Men’s and Ladies Torrent Waterproof Jacket:

1. Men’s and ladies 100% polyester 100% polyester mesh-lined body and hood 5000MM fabric waterproof rating 3000G/M2 fabric breathability rating zip-off hood waterproof zippers adjustable self-fabric tab cuffs with hook and loop closures front zippered pockets port pocket™ for decoration access open hem with locking draw cord for adjustability draw string carry pouch included. Similar to Port Authority.

2. Required colors: black, vine green, true navy, and magnet.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

I. Men’s and Women’s Insulated Jacket:

1. Men’s and ladies 100% ripstop nylon shell waterproof rating fully seam-sealed for added waterproof protection 6.8-ounce, 100% polyester sherpa fleece body lining polyester sleeve lining for easy on/off zip-off hood storm flap four zippered pockets left sleeve zippered pocket drop tail hem with locking draw cords for adjustability port pocket™ for decoration access. Similar to Port Authority.

2. Required color choices include black/black and graphite/black.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

J. Men’s and Ladies Packable Puffer Vest:

1. Men’s and ladies 100% polyester shell and lining 2.4-ounce, 100% polyfill insulation. Interior storm flap with chin guard, front zippered pockets, reverse coil zippers with rubber-wrapped zipper pulls, adjustable locking draw cord at hem, port pocket ™ for decoration access, dyed-to-match draw string carrying pouch included

2. Required colors: black and sterling grey/graphite.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

K. Men’s and Ladies ½ Zip Microfleece Jacket:

1. Men’s and ladies reverse coil zippers, open cuffs and hem, and are made of 5.3-ounce, 100% polyester microfleece with an anti-pill finish.

2. Required colors: black, grey, steel, and Navy.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

L. Soft Shell Jacket:

1. Men’s and ladies 100% polyester woven shell bonded to a water-resistant film insert and a 100% polyester microfleece lining fabric breathability rating. Wind-resistant, water-repellent, and rental-friendly Zip-through cadet collar with chin guard Reverse coil zippers Front zippered pockets Open cuffs and hem. Similar to Port Authority.

2. Color choices: battleship grey and black.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5XL as well as tall sizes.

M. Hooded Zip Front Sweatshirt:

1. Adult hooded full-zip sweatshirt with a minimum of 9 ounce in a 50/50 cotton/poly blend, similar to the Port and Company Ultimate Sweatshirts.

2. The required colors are safety orange, safety green, athletic grey, and black.

3. The size range should include small through 6XL as well as tall sizes.

N. Hooded Pullover Sweatshirt:

1. Adult hooded Pullover sweatshirt with a minimum of 9 ounce in a 50/50 cotton/poly blend, similar to the Port & Company Ultimate Sweatshirts.

2. The required colors are safety orange, safety green, athletic heather, and black.

3. The size range should include small through 6XL as well as tall sizes.

O. Crew Neck Sweatshirt:

1. Adult Crew Neck Sweatshirt with a minimum of 9 ounces in a 50/50 cotton/poly blend similar to the Port and Company Ultimate Sweatshirts.

2. The required colors are safety orange, safety green, athletic grey, and black.

3. The size range should include small through 6XL as well as tall sizes.

II. Caps Embroidered with ACHD Logo:

A. Waffle Knit Beanie:

1. Adult knit cap with plenty of stretch for a great fit, shape retention, as well as embroidery purposes, with a 3” cuff similar to the Port and Company Knit Skull Cap.

2. Color range should include charcoal heather, navy, forest green, black, and coral.

3. Size range does not apply.

B. Snapback Trucker Cap:

1. Adult structured cap, low profile with a hook and loop closure, two-toned.

Similar to Richardson.

2. Colors should include the following: black, heather grey/black, charcoal /neon orange, charcoal/neon yellow

3. Size range does not apply.

C. Cotton/Twill Flexfit Cap:

1. Adult structured cap, stretchy, and a silver underbill. Similar to Port Authority.

2. Colors should include the following: black and dark grey.

3. Size range does not apply.

D. Brushed Twill Cap:

1. Adult structured cap 100% cotton twill; 80/20 poly/cotton unstructured low-profile hook and loop. Similar to the Port Authority.

2. Colors should include neon yellow, black, and charcoal.

3. Size range does not apply.

E. Meshback Flexfit Cap:

1. Adult Structured cap 60/40 cotton poly front, 95/5 poly/spandex mesh mid and back structured, mid-profile silver underbill, stretch fit. Similar to Port Authority.

2. Colors should include black and graphite.

3. Size range from small to extra-large.

F. Women's Cap:

1. Low-profile small crown for Ladies, fit similar to Port Authority.

2. Colors should include: silver/black and silver/graphite.

3. Size range does not apply

G. Low Profile Trucker Cap:

1. Adult Structured 6-panel cotton/polyester, casual structure, mesh back, pre-curved visor, cotton sweatband, and adjustable plastic snapback closure

2. Colors should include heather grey/dark grey and smoke blue aluminum.

3. Size range S/M.

H. R-Flex Plus Trucker Cap:

1. Adult structured 6-panel cotton/polyester, twill/stretch mesh, pre-curved visor and comfort stretch sweatband. Similar to Richardson.

2. Colors should include black and heather grey/black.

3. Size range does not apply.

III. Clothing Screen Printed With ACHD Logo:

Located on the front of the Items. Six (6) colors.

A. Safety Jackets Parka Style and Bomber Style:

1. Adult Safety Jacket in Hi-Visibility yellow-green meeting the ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 3 standards.

2. The jacket should have a removable, minimum 300 gram, insulating fleece liner with safety markings similar to the Icon 3 in 1 System, the Majestic Transformer 8 in 1, or the Icon/Majestic Bomber.

3. The size range should include medium to 5XL as well as tall sizes.

B. Short and Long Sleeve Pocket Tee:

1. Adult short and Long Sleeve Pocket Tee shirts, with a minimum of 5.5 ounces in a 50/50 cotton/poly blend, similar to the Port & Company Tee Shirts.

2. The required colors are safety orange, safety green, royal blue, dark green, gray, and black.

3. The size range should include small to 5XL as well as tall sizes.

C. Adult Hi Visibility, long and short-sleeved shirt:

1. Adult ANSI Class 3 ANSI/ISEA Class 3 certified 3.7-ounce, 100% polyester wicks moisture resists snags rib knit rewneck 2-in. wide reflective taping on front, back, and sleeves left chest pocket for pen and notes. Similar to Port Authority.

2. The size range should include small thru 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

D. Adult Hi Visibility, Hooded Sweatshirt:

1. Adult ANSI Class 3 ANSI/ISEA Class 3 9.75-ounce, 100% polyester heavyweight fleece, front hand-warmer pocket, 2-in. wide reflective taping on front, back, and sleeves

2. The size range should include small thru 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

E. Adult Long Sleeve UV Hooded Tee:

1. Adult 3.5-ounce, 100% polyester, UPF rating of 50

2. The required colors are safety yellow, navy, gray, and black.

3. The size range should include small to 5XL as well as tall sizes.

F. Adult Long Sleeve UV Tee:

1. Adult 5-ounce, 100% polyester, snag proof, moisture-wicking, UPF rating of 30, three panel hood, drop tail hem

2. The required colors are safety green, neon orange.

3. The size range should include small to 5XL as well as tall sizes.

G. Men’s Triblend Tee:

1. Men’s 4.5-ounce, 50/25/25 poly/combed ring spun combed cotton/rayon, 32 singles, tear-away label, 1X1 rib knit neck, shoulder to shoulder taping.

2. Required colors: navy, green forest, heathered teal, turquoise frost, and black.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

H. Ladies Triblend Tee:

1. Ladies 4.5-ounce, 50/25/25 poly/combed ring spun cotton/rayon, 32 singles 1X1 rib knit neck, Shoulder to shoulder taping, Tear-away tag.

2. Required colors: navy, green forest, heathered teal, turquoise frost, and black.

3. The required size should include small through 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

I. Ladies Softstyle V-Neck Tee Shirt:

1. Ladies 4.5 oz., 100% ringspun cotton; 65/35; deluxe 30 singles Softstyle yarns;

mitered v-neck; double-needle stitched sleeves and bottom hem; seamless double-needle collar; taped neck and shoulders; tear away label.

2. Required color choices black, charcoal, dark heather, navy, sport grey, and white.

3. The required size range should include extra small through 5 XL.

J. Men’s Softstyle V-Neck Tee Shirt:

1.Men’s 4.5 oz., 100% ringspun cotton; 65/35; deluxe 30 singles Softstyle yarns;

mitered v-neck; double-needle stitched sleeves and bottom hem; seamless double-needle collar; taped neck and shoulders; tear away label.

2. Required color choices black, charcoal, dark heather, navy, sport grey, and white.

3. The required size range should include extra small to 5 XL as well as tall sizes.

IV. Special Requirements and Clarifications

A. Delivery:

1. Upon receiving a Clothing Order from an individual ACHD employee, the Vendor shall invoice and fulfill each order by bundling all clothing items together in an individual package. This package shall contain a packing slip and be clearly labelled with the employee's name and number for shipping to ACHD. Shipping costs are to be included in the Bid – Cost Schedule pricing.

Multiple bundles may be shipped together as long as individually bundled as instructed.

2. ACHD will only receive complete shipments containing all clothing items ordered by each individual ACHD employee. ACHD will not accept partial individual ACHD employee Clothing Orders. Individual ACHD employee Clothing Orders that exceed their Delivery Requirements will be subject to Liquidated Damages.

3. Because employee apparel orders placed individually through the Contractor’s online ordering system, delivery shall occur on an ongoing basis as orders are received.

4. The Contractor shall maintain the capability to fulfill and deliver individual employee orders within approximately fourteen (14) calendar days after each order is placed.

5. Delivery schedules of seventy-five (75) to ninety (90) calendar days will not satisfy the operational requirements of this Contract unless specifically authorized n writing by ACHD.

6. ACHD will only make payments for complete individual ACHD employee Clothing Orders upon receiving the invoice.

7. If clothing items ordered and received by ACHD differ materially from what was ordered per contract or if the clothing items ordered and received by ACHD are flawed in any way, then ACHD will return the clothing items for a full refund or replacement within ten (10) business days of receiving the order.

8. Delivery location: Items are to be shipped to the ACHD HQ Building located at 5800 N Meeker, Boise, Idaho 83713, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm.

B. Bulk Items – Orders and Delivery:

1. ACHD Administrative Staff will be ordering the following items in bulk:

1. Adult Safety Hi-Visibility Jackets. 6. Adult Low-Profile Trucker Cap.

2. Adult Waffle Knit Cap. 7. Women’s Cap.

3. Adult Cotton/Twill Flexfit Cap. 8. Short-Sleeve Pocket T-Shirts

4. Adult Meshback Flexfit Cap. 9. Long-Sleeve Pocket T-Shirts

5. Adult Snapback Trucker Cap.

2. Delivery of Bulk Orders:

a) Upon receiving a Bulk Order from an ACHD Administrative Staff Member, the

Vendor shall invoice and fulfill each clothing item ordered in quantities stated.

b) ACHD will receive partial shipments of Bulk Order items with the understanding that the full order will be received no more than three weeks from the date ordered or be assessed Liquidated Damages.

c) ACHD will only make payments for the Bulk Order clothing items received.

3. Vendor will only invoice ACHD for the clothing items shipped to and received by ACHD, and not for clothing items on back order or yet to be received. Shipping costs are to be included in the Bid – Cost Schedule pricing.

C. Test Fit Clothing Samples:

1. To ensure correct fit and accuracy of clothing ordered, the successful Vendor shall provide, and ACHD will pay for, a large-size sample of all clothing items:

These clothing items will be on display for the ACHD Staff to try on to test and determine the proper size and fit.

Product samples are not required as part of the Bid submission. The apparent successful Respondent shall provide product samples, upon request by ACHD, prior to final approval of garments or commencement of production.

D. Cost Schedule Instructions:

Respondents shall provide a cost for the proposed items on the Cost Schedules.

These estimated quantities are for bidding purposes, and ACHD is not liable to order these exact quantities.

1. Cost Schedule 1 contains the following Items:

(1) Item A: Adult Safety Jackets - Hi Visibility Fluorescent Yellow or Green with Black Front and Fluorescent Orange or Red with Black Front. ANSI/ISEA Class 3 Compliant Waterproof Bomber-Style Jacket with Removable Zip-Out Fleece Liner and Dark-Colored Front.

(2) Item B: Adult Safety Jackets - Hi Visibility Fluorescent Yellow or Green with Black Front and Fluorescent Orange or Red with Black Front. ANSI/ISEA Class 3 Compliant Waterproof Comparable to the Icon 5.5 Oz Jacket with Removable Zip Out Fleece Liner and Dark Colored Front.

(3) Item C: Adult Safety Short and Long-Sleeved T-shirt. ANSI/ISEA Class 3 Compliant Safety Yellow and Orange. 100% Polyester Material.

(4) Item D: Adult Safety Hoodie Sweatshirt. ANSI/ISEA Class 3 Compliant Safety Yellow and Orange. 100% Polyester Material.

2. Cost Schedule 2 contains the following Items:

(1) Item A: Adult Caps Embroidered with ACHD Logo.

(2) Item B: Men’s Clothing.

(3) Item C: Women’s Clothing.

3. Respondents have the option to submit costs for:

(1) Only Cost Schedule 1;

(2) Only Cost Schedule 2; or

(3) For both Cost Schedules 1 and 2.

4. In any event, Respondents shall submit a cost for all Cost Items within each Cost Schedule. For example:

(1) If only Cost Schedule 1 is submitted, then the Respondent shall submit a cost for all clothing in Items A, B, and C within Cost Schedule 1. No exceptions.

(2) If only Cost Schedule 2 is submitted, then the Respondent shall submit a cost for all clothing in Items A, B, and C within Bid Schedule 2. No exceptions.

(3) If Cost Schedules 1 and 2 are submitted, then the Respondent shall submit a cost for all clothing in Items A, B, and C within Cost Schedule 1, and the Respondent shall submit a cost for all clothing in Items A, B, and C within Cost Schedule 2. No exceptions.

5. Given the Cost Schedule submission options described above, ACHD advises that more than one Purchase Agreement may be issued to more than one respondent.

E. Employee Ordering Program The Contractor shall provide and maintain an online ordering portal for ACHD employees.

The employee ordering period is generally maintained for approximately three (3) months each ordering cycle. Upon closure of the employee ordering period, the online store may remain available solely for new employee purchases and other ACHD – authorized orders.

Individual employee orders shall be processed, completed, and delivered within approximately two (2) weeks following receipt of each order, unless otherwise approved in writing by ACHD.

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