Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) - One Time Purchase

The State of Nebraska's Department of Administrative Services, Materiel Division, State Purchasing Bureau is conducting a one-time purchase solicitation (ITB Number 6824 OF) for 18 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) units for Gosper County. The procurement seeks SCBA equipment compliant with NFPA 1981 2019 Edition, specifically requiring a basic SCBA system with an Emergency Breathing Support System (EBSS). Bidders must be authorized to transact business in Nebraska and meet state registration requirements. The bid opening is scheduled for October 10, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, with the State reserving the right to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder. Evaluation criteria will include pricing, quality of previous contractor performance, delivery time, and overall responsiveness to the technical specifications. The solicitation allows for potential integration of a UEBSS unit and indicates that the resulting contract is not exclusive, meaning the State can contract for similar goods from other sources in the future.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations but does provide opportunities for resident disabled veterans and enterprise zone contractors who can provide supporting documentation for potential preference considerations. Three bidders were identified in previous bid tabulations: Heiman Fire Equipment, Ed M Field Equipment Co., and Sandry Fire Supply, with unit prices ranging from $6,850 to $8,364 per SCBA unit. The State intends to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder, with a potential contract period extending up to eighteen months from the Intent to Award posting date. The estimated total contract value for the 18 SCBA units is approximately $123,300, based on the lowest historical bid price. Delivery timeframes proposed by previous bidders have been consistent at 30 days after receipt of order, with payment terms typically set at Net 45 days. The procurement allows for potential future purchases of similar equipment, providing flexibility for Gosper County's emergency services equipment needs.