Description
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking quotations for self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment for wildland firefighters in Region 5. The equipment must meet specific requirements, including being deployable in a variety of situations, meeting U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, and being approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. The contractor will be required to provide training, product support, and fit testing for the SCBA equipment.
Key features and requirements of the SCBA equipment include:
• Deployable in a variety of situations that are immediately dangerous to life and health and is portable
• Meets the requirements specified in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations and approved by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
• Open circuit design
• Primarily for fire services and fire service-related applications
• Interoperability with other SCBA equipment
The contractor must provide a technical proposal, including a description of the proposed SCBA equipment, pricing, and any relevant certifications or documentation.