Incident Command Shelter - Scranton Fire Department

The City of Scranton Fire Department is seeking sealed quotes for a quick deployment Incident Command Shelter through Solicitation 2022-REQ-059, targeting a specialized shelter solution for planned and unplanned emergency events. The procurement involves acquiring one incident command shelter with specific technical requirements, including minimum dimensions of 15' x 15', removable end walls, an insulation package, and climate control capabilities. The shelter must be weather-resistant, capable of withstanding significant wind loads, and include a comprehensive lighting and electrical kit with a roof panel marked "SCRANTON FIRE DEPARTMENT" in red letters. The solicitation requires the shelter to be deployable by four or fewer personnel in under 30 minutes, with potential configuration options for decontamination tent use. Key procurement dates include a question deadline of February 6, 2023, and a response submission deadline of February 13, 2023, at 3:00 pm. All responses must be submitted electronically through the city's e-Procurement Portal, with mandatory vendor registration required to participate in the bidding process.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must confirm they are authorized company representatives and that all submitted information is accurate and honest. The procurement is specific to the Scranton Fire Department, which maintains 140 full-time employees responding to incidents within city limits. While no specific budget range is detailed in the documentation, the pricing proposal includes a line-item pricing structure covering the shelter, printed roof panel logo, and optional climate control devices. Vendors must be prepared to provide a comprehensive solution that meets the stringent technical specifications for rapid emergency response and incident management. The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors who can demonstrate capability to meet the technical requirements and who are willing to engage through the city's electronic procurement system.