Purchase of Avon Protection Respirator Masks

The City of Yonkers is conducting a Request for Quotation (RFQ 2026-379) for the procurement of specialized respiratory protection equipment for its Police Department. Specifically, the solicitation seeks 25 units of Avon Protection C50 APR Assembly MED CBRN (item 70501-188) and 25 units of Avon Protection CBRNCF50 (item 72602-2), which are advanced gas masks designed for first responders. The procurement is targeted for the Westchester County jurisdiction, with quotes due by July 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Vendors must submit pricing that is firm and inclusive of all incidental costs such as freight, packaging, materials, labor, fees, overhead, and profit. The City reserves the right to award the contract based on availability and best lead time, with an emphasis on meeting the immediate needs of the Police Department's Training Division. Substitutions are not permitted, and vendors must provide their specific lead times for product availability when submitting quotes.

The RFQ encourages participation from New York State Certified Minority or Women Owned Business Enterprises, providing an opportunity for diverse vendor participation. Vendors must submit quotes via email directly to Vanessa Brembs, the designated contact. The City of Yonkers is tax-exempt and will not pay sales or use taxes, with payment terms set at Net 30 Days. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 50 total respiratory protection units, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. Delivery is required as soon as possible (ASAP), indicating urgency in acquiring these critical safety equipment items for the Police Department. The solicitation demonstrates a strategic approach to emergency preparedness by investing in specialized protective gear for first responders.