BFD Snap- Tite Warrior Hi Heat Attack Hose

The City of Boston Purchasing Agent is requesting sealed bids for BFD Snap-Tite Warrior Hi Heat Attack Hose (80 units, 1.75 attack line, 50 feet in length) for the Boston Fire Department under Req No 475793, with bids due September 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM.

Bidders must be authorized Snap-Tite dealers capable of providing warranty repair, replacement, and customer support. The specification calls for the Snap-Tite Warrior Hi Heat model or approved equals; bidders must submit detailed specifications of equipment offered. The City reserves the right to inspect and accept or reject all goods prior to final payment.

The contract is a one-year purchase order arrangement with delivery of all 80 units required by September 29, 2026 to One City Hall Square, Room 808, Boston, MA 02201. All bid prices must include shipping and handling. The City is exempt from federal excise taxes and Massachusetts Sales and Use Tax and will provide exemption certificates following award.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting specifications. Bidders are required to submit the Wage Theft Prevention Form CM-16, certify compliance with debarment status, CORI policies, tax obligations, conflict of interest laws, prevailing wage requirements where applicable, and non-discrimination standards. Bidders must provide three or more references for similar work completed within the past two years upon request. Bid deposits are required as specified in the Advertisement section; deposits of the three lowest responsible and responsive bidders are returned upon contract execution or within ninety days of bid opening if no award is made. A performance bond may be required. The contract is subject to the availability of appropriated funds. Sealed bids will be publicly opened the same day at One City Hall Square Room 808. The maximum time for bid acceptance following opening is ninety days. Pricing must be submitted on a firm basis unless the Official specifically requests and the bidder responds in writing with prices subject to increase or decrease with stated calculation basis.