Rescue Equipment

The Pasadena Fire Department is soliciting sealed bids for rescue equipment through a competitive procurement process funded by the State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP). The specific equipment includes multiple Holmatro rescue tools such as spreaders, cutters, telescopic rams, combi tools, batteries, and battery chargers, with quantities ranging from 2 to 16 units per item type. The bid was released on March 29, 2023, with a submission deadline of April 10, 2023, at 5:00 pm, and requires electronic submission through the City's eProcurement Portal. Vendors must provide a Unique Entity ID (UEI) from SAM.gov, a completed Form W-9, and potential local business licenses. The contract will have an initial one-year term, with equipment to be delivered to Fire Station 34 within 15 business days after receiving the purchase order. Evaluation will be based on the lowest Grand Total Price, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The procurement aims to build capabilities to protect against, prevent, respond to, and recover from terrorist acts and other emergencies or disasters, with a focus on equipment that allows for future upgrading and interchangeability with other components from the same manufacturer.

The procurement includes several set-aside and compliance requirements that may impact bidder eligibility. Contractors must comply with Federal Procurement Standards, specifically those outlined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and adhere to various federal labor standards including HUD's Section 3 regulations. The Section 3 requirements target employment opportunities for low- and very low-income individuals, with benchmarks of 25% of total labor hours worked by Section 3 workers and 5% by Targeted Section 3 workers. Businesses can qualify as Section 3 business concerns by meeting specific ownership and labor hour criteria. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is funded through the State Homeland Security Grant Program, suggesting substantial funding availability. Additional compliance requirements include completing various federal forms such as the Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Non-Collusion Declaration, and workforce utilization forms. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities in the bidding process, providing flexibility in the procurement approach.