FIRE SERVICE SCBA UNITS AND CARBON CYLINDERS

Washington State Patrol is seeking a vendor to provide fifteen (15) MSA 4500 psig G1 Self‑Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) units together with carbon cylinders for its fire‑training academy. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with preference points for Washington small‑business status, veteran‑owned status, and PCB‑free product claims. The procurement follows a competitive IFB process, requiring submission of several mandatory exhibits, including a bidder certification, profile, performance requirements, and pricing worksheet. The contract term may extend up to 60 months with possible inflation adjustments for future purchases. • Scope: Supply 15 SCBA units (MSA 4500 psig G1) plus carbon cylinders and associated shipping. • Estimated contract ceiling: < $150,000 (historical spend ≈ $124,000). • Key dates: Posting 9/4/2026, Q&A deadline 9/18/2026, bid deadline 10/16/2026, award anticipated 10/28/2026. • Evaluation: Lowest price wins, with up to 30 preference points for WA small‑business, veteran‑owned, and PCB‑free status.