Holmatro Rescue Equipment, Repairs, and Services

Louisville Metro Government's Fire Department is seeking proposals for Holmatro Rescue Equipment, specifically for purchases, repairs, and services for their emergency response apparatus. The Request for Proposals (RFP 260147) covers a comprehensive range of specialized rescue equipment including spreaders, cutters, hydraulic rams, hoses, power pumps, and battery-operated tools. Vendors must provide detailed pricing for specific equipment models, hourly repair rates, and percentage discounts on new equipment and replacement parts. Critically, all vendors must possess appropriate certifications, provide warranties, and commit to comprehensive training for Louisville Metro Fire Department personnel across all three shifts. The evaluation committee will score proposals on a 100-point scale, with 65 points for meeting specifications, 15 points for cost, 10 points for additional warranties, and 10 points for hourly repair rates. Key dates include a question period from January 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST through January 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST, with proposal submissions due February 4, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST through the Bonfire procurement portal.

The procurement includes specific provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises, with goals of 15 percent Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), 5 percent Female Business Enterprise (FBE), and 0.5 percent Historically Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (HBE) participation. Vendors can qualify for additional preferences, including a 5 percent local vendor preference for businesses established in the Louisville Metropolitan Statistical Area for twelve consecutive months, and a 5 percent minimum wage preference for businesses paying employees at least $10.10 per hour. Contractors must obtain specific insurance coverage, including commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000, workers' compensation coverage, automobile liability coverage, and commercial property insurance. The contract will be structured as a price contract with an initial one-year firm pricing period, potentially renewable annually for up to five years. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the equipment and services suggests a significant procurement opportunity for qualified Holmatro rescue equipment providers.