FY13 DCRA Inspectors - Emergency Response Jacket & Raingear

The District of Columbia's Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) is seeking procurement of emergency response jackets and raingear for its inspectors through this state and local contract opportunity. The solicitation, identified by the contract ID 66c85dbe829eb5d869074d5c, was posted on February 6, 2013, with a rapid turnaround deadline of February 8, 2013. The procurement appears to be focused on acquiring specialized protective outerwear specifically designed for DCRA inspectors who may be required to perform emergency response duties. The goods will likely need to meet specific technical specifications related to durability, visibility, weather resistance, and potential safety standards for municipal workers. Critical requirements likely include standardized sizing, high-visibility color schemes, water-resistant materials, and potential integration with existing departmental uniform protocols.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, municipal procurements like this often have provisions for local, small, or disadvantaged business participation. The compressed timeline between posting and submission dates suggests this may be a time-sensitive procurement to quickly replace or supplement existing inspector equipment. Given the specialized nature of emergency response gear for municipal inspectors, potential bidders would likely need demonstrated experience in producing professional-grade protective workwear for government agencies. The contract appears to be a relatively modest procurement focused on outfitting DCRA inspection personnel, which might indicate a limited budget range potentially between $10,000 and $50,000, though precise budget details are not provided in the available documentation. Vendors would need to carefully review any technical specifications and quickly prepare responsive proposals to meet the February 8, 2013 submission deadline.