Safety Supplies - ERC

The Energy Resource Center (ERC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is seeking safety supplies for its Weatherization Assistance Program through an Invitation to Bid (IFB) for the program year beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. The procurement focuses on safety materials for residential weatherization services, including full and half-faced respirators, respirator P100 cartridges, nitrile gloves, protective suits, and footwear coverings. The solicitation covers five Colorado offices serving multiple counties, with Alamosa County specifically identified as a jurisdictional target. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System by May 23, 2025. ERC will evaluate bids based on delivery time, material quality, and lowest pricing, with the potential to award to one or multiple vendors. Vendors must provide warranty coverage for materials for one year and be prepared to deliver supplies within five working days of purchase order receipt. The procurement is governed by federal regulations including 2 CFR 200 and 10 CFR 440 Appendix A, with bidders required to confirm they are not debarred under System for Award Management (SAM) guidelines.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation indicates that ERC is interested in vendor participation requirements, though meeting these is not mandatory for bid submission. The organization is part of the State of Colorado Purchasing Agreement and is tax-exempt, with funding sources including the U.S. Department of Energy, Colorado Energy Office, Xcel Energy, and other public and private entities. No incumbent vendors or specific technology integration requirements are detailed in the provided documentation. The procurement appears to be an open competitive bid without strict restrictions on vendor type, though bidders must comply with federal procurement regulations. While no specific budget range is provided, the solicitation suggests the procurement is for ongoing safety supplies to support weatherization services across multiple county locations. Vendors should be prepared to provide competitive pricing and meet the technical specifications for safety equipment used in residential energy efficiency and repair programs.