Description
City of Cleveland is seeking a vendor to supply 80 firefighter turnout gear hoods for cadet use, complying with NFPA 1970‑2025 standards. The hoods must provide thermal protection, ≥ 90 % particulate filtration, flame resistance, and optional PFAS‑free construction, with all shipping costs included in the unit price. The contract period runs from early October 2026 through the end of December 2027, and bids valued under $50,000 must be submitted electronically by the deadline. The award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all technical, certification, and disclosure requirements.
• Quantity: 80 hoods, fully certified to NFPA 1970‑2025.
• Technical requirements: thermal protective performance, ≥ 90 % filtration, flame‑resistant textiles, third‑party certification.
• Submission: electronic PDF by 16 Oct 2026 3:00 PM, with required Northern Ireland and wage‑theft disclosures.
• Contract value: anticipated under $50,000; delivery must occur by 5 Oct 2026.
• Mandatory compliance: inclusion of shipping costs, no price increases after award, and full product labeling.