Safety Jackets (3 in 1)

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking to procure safety jackets through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) numbered 345-79-25-050-01, specifically targeting Tingley, Class 3 Bomber 3.1 Shell winter safety jackets with removable insulating liners or approved equivalents. The procurement is designed to outfit district staff with high-visibility safety apparel, with jackets required to meet stringent technical specifications including Class 3, Type R classification, constructed from high-performance polyester with polyurethane coating in lime-yellow with black bottom and 2-inch reflective silver strips. Jacket sizes will range from Small to 5X Large, with unit pricing structured in quantity tiers of 1-3 units, 4-6 units, and 7+ units. The bid is scheduled to open on September 23, 2025, at 1:30 PM CST, with a contract period spanning from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026. NDDOT reserves the right to renew the contract for up to two additional 12-month periods, not exceeding a total of 36 months. Bidders proposing alternatives to the Tingley model must submit a sample jacket and detailed manufacturer specifications, with award to be made to the lowest responsive bidder meeting all requirements.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, bidders must demonstrate full compliance with technical specifications and provide comprehensive documentation. Deliveries will be made to various NDDOT district locations across North Dakota, indicating a decentralized distribution approach. The procurement appears to be an open competitive bid without preferential treatment for specific enterprise types. Although precise budget ranges are not specified, the tiered pricing structure suggests flexibility for different procurement volumes. The solicitation implies potential multiple awards based on responsiveness and compliance, with jackets to be purchased as needed by district staff. The comprehensive technical requirements, including specific material composition, reflective properties, and color specifications, suggest a focus on safety and visibility for transportation workers operating in varied environmental conditions.