GKIC-ADOC-Smoke Hoods-ITB

The Alabama Department of Corrections is soliciting bids on fire and smoke evacuation hoods and related equipment under ITB GKIC-ADOC-Smoke Hoods, with bids due July 27, 2026 and questions due July 21, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the lowest acceptable bidder offering the highest discount percentage off Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP).

The scope comprises four line items: Line 1 is fire safety respirator smoke hoods with a distortion-free clear hood design, 360-degree field of view, silicone neck seal, anti-fog capability, and minimum 15-minute air supply, certified to ASTM E2952 with pleated HEPA filtration removing 99.97% of sub-micron particles and designated as Anti-Terrorism Technology by the Department of Homeland Security. The specified product is the iEvac E900 Smoke/Fire Hood with "or equal" alternatives permitted. Line 2 is wall-mounted storage brackets in red coated metal construction (iEvac E305 Single Storage Rack with Wall Mount or equivalent). Line 3 is non-functional demonstration hoods replicating the size, fit, and feel of operational hoods for training purposes (iEvac E200 Demo Hood or equivalent). Line 4 is shipping costs, quoted at $0.00 at bid submission and separately after award. Exact quantities are not specified; orders will be placed on an all-as-needed basis with no guaranteed minimum purchases.

The initial contract term is 12 months with options to extend for up to four additional 12-month periods if both parties agree in writing no later than 30 days before expiration. Delivery is required within 60 days of purchase order receipt during business hours and times approved by the facility Warden. Payment is made 30 days in arrears after receipt and inspection. Suppliers must comply with ADOC security requirements, including personal searches and substance screening before facility entry, and must respond to additional state requests within five business days. All vendors must accept multiple forms of electronic payment at no additional cost, including P-cards, EFT, and state-issued credit cards.