RE__AB_339_Compliance_Check__Fire_Department_SCBA_Testing,_Maintenance,_and_Inspections.pdf

From: Sarah Rebensdorf To: Tina Saloutos; Grace Quitzon; Erin Jackson; Doris Mejia Subject: RE: AB 339 Compliance Check: Fire Department SCBA Testing, Maintenance, and Inspections Date: Monday, April 27, 2026 4:00:08 PM Attachments: image001.png

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From: Tina Saloutos <Tina.Saloutos@santamonica.gov> Sent: Monday, April 27, 2026 2:42 PM To: Sarah Rebensdorf <Sarah.Rebensdorf@santamonica.gov>; Grace Quitzon <Grace.Quitzon@santamonica.gov>; Erin Jackson <Erin.Jackson@santamonica.gov>; Doris Mejia <Doris.Mejia@santamonica.gov> Subject: AB 339 Compliance Check: Fire Department SCBA Testing, Maintenance, and Inspections

Good Afternoon HR Team, Kindy advise if the scope of work (SOW) below encompasses any work within recognized employee organization classifications. At a cursory review, it does not appear that it does, but we will await your determination before advancing further. Looking forward to your response by COB May 5th.

4.1. Scope of Work

A. Breathing Air & Oxygen Compressor Services, Testing, Maintenance, Inspections and Other Repairs

a. The vendor shall provide comprehensive services for breathing air and oxygen compressor systems, including testing, maintenance, inspections, and repairs, in accordance with manufacturer-recommended schedules for a firm-fixed contract of five (5) years.

b. This scope includes servicing:

i. Two (2) station SCBA compressors and fill stations

ii. One (1) mobile SCBA compressor and fill station

iii. One (1) Mobile Oxygen Generating System (MOGS)

iv. One (1) mobile air cart

c. All work must comply with the latest edition of NFPA 1989 – Breathing Air Quality for Fire and Emergency Services Respiratory Protection, and OSHA – DIR Subchapter 1 (Unfired Pressure Vessel Safety Orders), Article 3 (Air Tanks).

Inspections shall be performed onsite and include all required data collection, checklists, labels, instructions, and visual assessments for both fill stations and compressors.

d. Servicing, repairs, calibrations, and testing must be performed by certified high-pressure and ultra-high-pressure breathing air compressor technicians.

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Vendors shall provide air-testing services if required. For annual service purposes, it is assumed that all compressors will be fully operational.

e. All documentation must be submitted electronically and provided in hard copy in a clear, easy-to-read format. Test results shall be forwarded via email to the designated Fire Department Project Manager.

B. SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA) AIR PACK FLOW TESTING

a. The vendor shall provide annual onsite inspection, testing, maintenance, and recertification of approximately 100 SCBA units, based on manufacturer-recommended schedules. Intermittent flow testing may also be required. All testing shall comply with NIOSH, NFPA 1981, 1982, and 1989 (or most current editions), and manufacturer specifications. The vendor must be an approved Scott SCBA servicing agent.

b. Recertification shall include inspection, testing, and maintenance of components such as:

i. CGA Snap Change Cylinder Connection

ii. External HUD

iii. Dual Redundant Pressure Reducer

iv. Vibralert Tactile Alarm

v. Backpack, Harness, and Straps

vi. Emergency Breathing Connection

vii. Console Gauge

viii. PASS Device

c. Testing shall include, but is not limited to:

i. Automatic positive pressure

ii. Opening pressure

iii. Positive pressure

iv. Relief valve pressure

v. By-pass function

vi. Leakage test

vii. Sealing pressure

viii. Warning pressure function

ix. Cylinder valve connection

x. Pressure regulator mechanism

xi. Supply hose

xii. High-pressure hose

xiii. Pressure gauge

xiv. Quick-coupling connection

xv. Warning alarm

d. Harness, backpack, cylinder retaining strap assembly, and cylinder bracket assembly shall also be inspected and fine-tuned to manufacturer specifications. Vendor shall provide all tools and special equipment required

e. All documentation must be submitted electronically and provided in hard copy in a clear, easy-to-read format. Test results shall be forwarded via email to the designated Fire Department Project Manager.

C. SCBA MASK FIT TESTING

a. The vendor shall perform annual fit testing on all 125 Fire Department personnel assigned SCBA masks, following OSHA 1910.134, NFPA 1404 and 1500, NIOSH 42 CFR 84, and AFOSHA Respiratory Protection Program standards. Intermittent fit testing may also be required.

b. Testing shall be conducted using OHD Quantifit or TSI PortaCount equipment, provided by the vendor. All testing shall occur at locations designated by the Fire Department. Complete records and reports of all fit test results must be maintained and submitted electronically and in hard copy. Test results shall be forwarded via email to the designated Fire Department Project Manager.

D. Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Maintenance, Parts and Repairs

a. In addition to regular pick-up and drop-off of SCBA Air Paks for maintenance and repairs, the City requires the option for intermittent mobile services for SCBA maintenance and repairs. Vendor must be able to provide 24–48 hour turnaround for SCBA packs and components. Repaired items must be shipped to Fire resources on automatic or mutual aid incidents, including training locations, and returned within 48– 72 hours to the designated location. On-site services require a current City of Santa Monica Business License.

b. For as-needed flow test services, pricing should align with annual flow test unit pricing.

All services must be completed and equipment returned within 15 business days of receipt by the vendor. Pricing should include per-unit and bulk quantity options.

Best regards

Tina Saloutos Principal Buyer (310) 458-2201 x 2759 santamonica.gov Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Subscribe to City of Santa Monica Email Updates https://www.santamonica.gov/ https://www.facebook.com/cityofsantamonica/ https://twitter.com/santamonicacity https://www.instagram.com/cityofsantamonica https://smgov.us12.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=a5d6f52c79917c7b57cc5cef0&id=8df381560e