FD Protective Clothing Washer Extractor 2026

The City of Rutland, Vermont is soliciting bids for a Fire Department structural protective clothing washer/extractor. The key requirements for the washer/extractor are: * NFPA 1850 Compliant - Soft-Mount, High-Spin Washer * Compact Space-Saving Design * Capacity to clean a minimum of 8 pieces of turnout gear per wash * Stainless Steel Construction * User-friendly programmable control * Minimum capacity of 60lbs * Dimensions not to exceed 48"W x 56"D x 70"H * Voltage - 208-1-phase maximum 30 amp Bidders must provide a product warranty and the location of the closest service/repair representative to Rutland, Vermont. The bid deadline is 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, and bids will be opened at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to negotiate with any qualified source. The City is looking for a single unit that meets the specified criteria, and the successful bidder will be required to deliver the unit to the Rutland City Fire Department within 90 days of the order being placed. The bidder must state the expected delivery time in their bid. All bids must be submitted on the provided bid sheet, and bidders must read and understand the accompanying Invitation to Bid, Bid Stipulations, and Bid Specifications. Questions related to the bid should be directed to Chief William Lovett at (802) 773-1812.