Fentanyl Gloves

The Suffolk County Sheriff's Department in Massachusetts is seeking bids for the procurement of fentanyl-resistant gloves to be used for cleaning chemicals and other hazardous materials at the Suffolk County Jail and House of Correction. The RFR (Request for Response) provides detailed specifications for the required gloves, including a 6-mil thickness, latex-free construction, and availability in sizes ranging from small to XXL. Bidders must submit data sheets and provide sample boxes of the XL size gloves. The anticipated contract duration is 1 year with two 1-year renewal options, for a maximum of 3 years. Bids are due by August 25, 2023, and the estimated contract start date is September 1, 2023. The contract will be awarded based on best value to the department, considering factors such as pricing, delivery, and bidder qualifications.

The RFR does not list any set-aside requirements or preferences for disadvantaged businesses. There is no information provided about incumbent vendors or current contractors. The department is unable to disclose details on the current or previous pricing for these fentanyl gloves. The RFR indicates the department anticipates ordering around 200 cases of gloves per quarter, but does not provide an estimated total contract value or budget range.