Advanced fire fighting training for cadets

The State University of New York, Maritime College is requesting proposals for US Coast Guard-approved Marine Advanced Fire Fighting Training for cadets under RFP FF-26-47, with proposals due August 17, 2026 (extended by Addendum No. 1 from the original August 3 deadline) and questions due July 21, 2026. MWBE participation goals of 15% for Minority Business Enterprises and 15% for Women Business Enterprises apply; the Fire Department of New York was awarded a substantially similar contract within the past five years.

Vendors must demonstrate a minimum of five years of expertise in marine fire fighting training and maintain US Coast Guard approval for both facility and instructors under NVIC standards 08-14 and 09-14. The facility must accommodate 20 to 24 cadets per session, deliver approximately 20 combined Basic and Advanced training sessions per academic semester (including weekends and dual daily sessions), and be located within a three-hour drive of the college in Bronx County. The working facility must include a vessel mock-up capable of simulating engine room fires, multi-deck fires, oil fires, and confined space entry; implement foam systems for oil fire suppression; and provide 50 sets of bunker training gear with spot cleaning after each session and deep cleaning at least twice annually. The vendor must supply SCBA equipment, store equipment on-site, and earn capability to sign off on STCW assessments for Basic and Advanced Fire Fighting.

Evaluation allocates 55 points for technical response, 5 points for vendor references, 10 points for presentation or interview, and 30 points for cost. The resulting contract runs for five years with options to renew for up to two additional one-year terms, commencing October 1, 2026. Annual cost adjustments shall not exceed the lesser of 5% or inflation guidelines per the Consumer Price Index. Cost proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes on a Free on Board Destination basis, freight prepaid, without sales tax. Professional liability insurance of $5 million, general liability of $1 million per claim and $3 million aggregate, and business automobile liability of $1 million combined single limit are required. The anticipated award date is August 18, 2026. Vendors must comply with New York State Finance Law sections 139-j and 139-k (Lobbying Law) and Tax Law section 5-a.