Purchase of Water & Ice Rescue Suits for Police Emergency Services Unit

The City of Yonkers Police Department is soliciting quotes for a procurement of water and ice rescue equipment through a federal Homeland Security UASI Grant. The specific requirement is for five (5) Mustang Survival IC9001 03-Gold Adult Regular Ice Commander Rescue Suits with harnesses, in adult universal size, with the option to submit an equivalent alternative product. Vendors must provide detailed technical specifications for any "or equal" products, with final approval reserved for the Yonkers Police Department. The quote is due on February 3, 2025, at 9:00 AM, with delivery required no later than August 31, 2025. Evaluation criteria will include not only pricing but also availability and lead time, with the City reserving the right to award based on what is deemed in its best interest. All unit prices must be fixed, firm, and include shipping and delivery costs. Vendors must also submit the required Rider Contract Provisions for Non-Federal Entity Contracts under Federal Awards as part of their quote submission.

While no specific set-aside designations are mandated, vendors are encouraged to indicate if they are a New York State Certified Minority or Women Owned Business Enterprise. The procurement is specifically funded through a US Department of Homeland Security UASI Grant, which imposes specific federal compliance requirements on potential contractors. Vendors must adhere to federal contract provisions including equal employment opportunity standards, Davis-Bacon Act compliance, Copeland Anti-Kickback Act requirements, and regulations related to Contract Work Hours, Safety Standards, Clean Air and Water Pollution Control Acts. Debarment, suspension rules, and lobbying restrictions also apply to this contract. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement is for five specialized rescue suits, suggesting a moderate-value contract. The competitive nature of the solicitation and the specific technical requirements indicate that vendors must have specialized emergency services equipment manufacturing or distribution capabilities to successfully compete for this contract.