NC Emergency Management Search and Rescue Equipment

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) on behalf of the North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) to procure search and rescue equipment for use by the Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (HART) technicians. The equipment being sought includes Capewell Airman Zeagle 1.5 20" full anodized equipment, service kits, repair tool sets, and convertible pouches. The purpose is to obtain competitive sealed bids from qualified vendors to furnish and deliver the specified search and rescue equipment. The bid opening date is October 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET, and bids must be valid for at least 90 days from the bid opening date. The contract will be awarded to the responsive bidder offering the lowest price that meets the stated requirements. Pricing should constitute the total cost to the State, including all applicable charges.

The State encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) and requires bidders to provide information on their use of HUB subcontractors or suppliers. Bidders must also certify compliance with federal lobbying restrictions. There is no incumbent vendor or current contractor listed, and the solicitation does not specify a budget range or award value. The procurement is focused on the Wake County and Teachey Town jurisdictions within the state of North Carolina.