Rainwear

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, Procurement and Support Services, is conducting a Request for Bid (RFB) 22-26 for a comprehensive rainwear procurement targeting the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) across multiple district offices. The solicitation seeks a one-time order of rainwear including jackets, three-quarter coats, liners, bibs, and pants in sizes ranging from Small to 5XL. Detailed specifications are outlined in the offer sheet, which provides a structured template for vendors to quote prices across different product categories and sizes. The bid requires vendors to provide firm pricing in US dollars, encompassing delivery and all associated costs, with a mandatory delivery timeline of 90 days after purchase order receipt. Key dates include a bid distribution on 8/28/2025, a final date for questions on 9/10/2025, and a bid closing at 2:00 PM Eastern Time on 9/17/2025. Vendors must comply with environmentally friendly product guidelines, providing energy-efficient, reusable, and recyclable products, and offer a minimum one-year warranty or the manufacturer's standard warranty period.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract will be a non-exclusive purchase order, with the State reserving the right to retain multiple contractors and make awards by item or item portion. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with various regulations, including the Workers' Right to Know Act, and are encouraged to be SmartWay Transport partners. Payment will be processed via ACH within 30 days after invoice receipt and item acceptance, with invoices requiring specific details such as purchase order number, delivery date, and product descriptions. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the offer sheet suggests a potentially significant procurement value to outfit NHDOT transportation personnel with specialized protective rainwear. The bid's structure allows for multiple vendor participation, indicating a competitive procurement process designed to secure the most advantageous pricing and product quality for the state's transportation workforce.