Fire Boots & Gloves

The City of Asheville’s Fire Department is seeking a vendor to supply fire‑protective boots and gloves on a firm‑price, annual basis, with the option to extend the contract for two additional years. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and requires the supplier to be an authorized distributor of the specified manufacturers, to deliver within 30 days of order, and to provide full manufacturer warranties. The solicitation is a sealed‑bid competitive procurement and emphasizes compliance with state statutes, MWBE participation, tax‑delinquency restrictions, and E‑Verify requirements. • Supplies: 75 pairs of Globe Supreme CSA 14‑inch pull‑on fire boots and approximately 250 pairs of Veridian Fire Armor gloves across various sizes. • Contract terms: 12‑month firm‑price period, renewable up to a total of 36 months, with CPI‑based price adjustments after 11 months. • Delivery: FOB Destination, 30‑day lead time, with the possibility of additional purchases at the awarded unit price. • Eligibility: Must meet NC § 143‑129 sealed‑bid rules, be free of city tax delinquencies, and (if applicable) provide MWBE certification.