Lifeguard Uniforms

The City of Pittsburgh Office of Management & Budget, acting on behalf of the Department of Parks and Recreation, is conducting a competitive procurement for lifeguard uniforms through Request for Quote #2022-RFQ-138. The solicitation covers a comprehensive range of uniform items including men's and women's swim trunks, swimsuits, bucket hats, t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, and tank tops in various sizes from small to 4X-large. Specific uniform requirements include precise logo placement, brand recommendations such as Watermen for trunks and Speedo for swimsuits, and color specifications with white being the primary shirt color. The bid was released on May 13, 2022, with a firm submission deadline of May 23, 2022, at 3:00 pm, and requires delivery by June 13, 2022, to the Citiparks Aquatic Division at 601 Ridge Avenue in Pittsburgh. Vendors must provide detailed pricing proposals with line items for each uniform type, and include a cost-plus percentage markup option for additional items not individually bid.

The procurement has a total estimated budget not to exceed $30,000 and does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Payment terms are established at net 45 days, with invoices required to include the City of Pittsburgh Purchase Order Number and a detailed pricing breakdown. Vendors must comply with city non-discrimination requirements and provide comprehensive documentation including insurance certificates and performance guarantees. The bid allows for a percentage markup on additional items, which includes delivery, handling, and freight costs. While no incumbent vendors are specifically identified, the solicitation emphasizes vendor compliance with strict uniform specifications, including logo embroidery or silk-screening, specific sizing requirements, and role-specific title printing on uniform backs for lifeguards, headguards, and staff.