Fire Hose and Accessories Bid Request

The Troup County Board of Commissioners in Georgia is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of 4" fire hose and miscellaneous hose accessories. The bid request includes specifications for 208 sections of 100' 4" fire hose, as well as various adapters, wyes, valves, and other accessories. Sealed bids are due no later than 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at the Troup County Purchasing Department. All questions regarding the bid must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2024. The purchase is being funded through an Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program, and there is an opportunity for bidders to offer a discount for the award of the entire package to a single vendor. Bid submissions must include a 5% bid bond, and a 100% performance and payment bond will be required for successful bids over $100,000.

This procurement is subject to specific funding requirements and local procurement policies. The bid request specifies detailed technical requirements for the fire hose and accessories, including material composition, tensile strength, cold temperature performance, and compatibility with NFPA and military standards. It is possible that the entire package may not be awarded to a single vendor. Bidders must be authorized by the Georgia Insurance Commissioner to do business in the state, or be on the United States Treasury's list of approved bond sureties. The anticipated contract value is not specified, but the procurement is being funded through a grant program that requires a percentage of the total to be paid by the Troup County Fire Department.