SCBA CBRN Mask with Communications

Cuyahoga County in Ohio is procuring eight SCBA CBRN masks with integrated communications systems designed for emergency response and hazardous material operations. The procurement requires SCBA facepieces that are compatible with existing 3M Scott X3 Pro and X3-21 CBRN-rated self-contained breathing apparatus units and must meet stringent standards including NFPA 1981 (2018 edition), NFPA 1986 (2023 edition), and NIOSH CBRN approval per 42 CFR Part 84. Each mask must be equipped with an in-mask integrated communications system featuring wireless radio capabilities utilizing bone conduction technology with Bluetooth connectivity compatible with Harris XL-200P and Motorola APX6000 portable radios. The procurement also includes four spare intrinsically safe rechargeable lithium ion batteries and a desktop-mounted charging system capable of simultaneous charging of four batteries. All components, including the communications system, chargers, and batteries, must carry a minimum three-year defect warranty. The bid was posted on April 14, 2026, with a submission deadline of April 22, 2026.

The bid specification document does not identify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent contractor information that would limit competition or establish preferences for specific vendor categories. Similarly, no current infrastructure limitations or technology integration requirements beyond compatibility with the specified 3M Scott SCBA units and the identified Harris and Motorola radio systems are indicated in the available documentation. The specification document provided does not include award values, budget ranges, pricing terms, contract duration, renewal options, or other financial parameters that would indicate the estimated value or scope of the contract award. Interested vendors should review the complete bid specification document and contact Cuyahoga County for any clarification regarding procurement terms and evaluation criteria not specified in the available materials.