SCARNG Fire Fighting Safety Equipment

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Salient Characteristics" for Firefighter Turnout Gear, specifying the essential physical and performance characteristics required for the procurement. It serves as a detailed specification for potential bidders to understand the exact requirements for the gear.

• Custom Coat: Certified to NFPA 1971, Black color, Stedair 4000 Moisture Barrier, Zipper/Velcro closure, reinforced thermal protection, and active posture design.
• Custom Pants: Certified to NFPA 1971, Black color, Snap/Velcro fly, wide belt loops, and Stedair 4000 Moisture Barrier.
• Fire Fighter Boots: Pull-on style, high traction, flame and slip-resistant, athletic fit, and compliant with NFPA 1971-Structural FFNFPA 1992-Liquid Splash standards.
• Fire Fighter Gloves: Certified to NFPA 1971-2007, offering thermal protection, moisture resistance, durability against sharp edges, protection from hazards, and a snug fit with a reflective safety strip.
• Fire Fighting Hood: Made of MFA P-BL4.0 particulate fabric, certified to NFPA-1971(2018), with an elastic nape of neck, long notched shoulder bib, and reflective logo.
• Fire Fighter Helmet: Fiberglass outer shell, Non-CFC Urethane foam inner shell, 6-point nylon suspension, and available in Black, Red, or White.
• Functional Characteristics: Includes individual sizing and delivery.
• Pre-determined Acceptable Brands: Lists Globe and Fire Dex for coats and pants, and specific models for gloves, hoods, and helmets from brands like Honeywell and HALO.

This document is critical for bidders as it details the precise technical specifications and performance requirements for the firefighter turnout gear. Bidders must ensure their proposed products meet or exceed all listed salient characteristics, including NFPA certifications, material specifications, design features, and acceptable brands, to be considered compliant with the solicitation.

Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition

This document provides the justification for procuring Fire Fighting Safety Equipment using other than full and open competition, citing 10 U.S.C. 2304(a)(1) or 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) as implemented in FAR 6.302-1. The justification asserts that only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.

• The requirement is for Fire Fighting Safety Equipment.

• Specific items include:

  • Custom Turnout Coats and Pants (Brand Name or Equal to TECGEN71/GLIDE ICE 1-LAYER/STEDAIR 4000)
  • Medium Honeywell Pro Nighthawk 5555 gloves
  • Fire Armor Gauntlet Gloves (Large/Regular)
  • HALO 360 C6 Structural Firefighting Hoods (Black)
  • UST Structural Fire Helmets (Black, Fiberglass, Retractable Face shield R350, 6" Brass Eagle)

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Fund Type: O&M, Army

• Estimated Price: Redacted

• This requirement will be advertised on SAM.gov as a Brand Name or Equal to Request for Quotes (RFQ).

• The brand names provided are intended to describe the required standard of quality, performance, and characteristics. Offerors can propose equal products that meet or exceed these salient characteristics.

• Market research indicates that the listed brand names meet NFPA, OSHA, DoD, and Army requirements. Salient characteristics provide sufficient information for comparable products.

• The document notes that small businesses capable of providing the products are of interest.

• The justification was approved by LTC Kevin J. Esber, Contracting Officer, on February 26, 2026.

• Redaction instructions are provided for dollar amounts, names, signatures, and proprietary information.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of Fire Fighting Safety Equipment. The government is seeking to acquire custom turnout coats, pants, fire fighting boots, gloves, hoods, helmets, and optional freight. The solicitation specifies "Brand Name or Equal" for the fire fighter equipment, referencing a "Salient Characteristics" document for detailed descriptions and acceptable brands.

• Custom Turnout Coat (8 each)
• Custom Turnout Pant (8 each)
• Fire Fighting Boots (8 each)
• Fire Fighting Gloves (8 each)
• Fire Fighting Hood (8 each)
• Fire Fighting Helmet (8 each)
• Freight - Optional (1 each)

All items require adherence to the "Salient Characteristics" document for description and acceptable brands. The pricing arrangement for all items is Firm Fixed Price.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a fixed-price contract based on pricing arrangement.

• Period of Performance: Delivery is expected within 60 calendar days from the date of award.

• Estimated Value: Not stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: March 24, 2026, 10:00 AM.

• Submission Instructions: Offers are to be submitted by the due date and time specified. The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference, with addenda.

• Evaluation Criteria: Offers will be evaluated on a Best Value basis, considering Past Performance, Technical factors, and Total Price. Partial quotes will not be accepted. The government intends to award without discussions.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100%).

• North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 315990

• Size Standard: 600

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference and in full text, covering topics such as contract administration, payment, inspection, warranty, and small business representations.

• An attachment titled "SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS FIRE FIGHTING PPE-REV 2" is referenced for detailed product specifications.