Turn-Out Gear / WFD

The City of Worcester is procuring turn‑out protective gear for its fire department for a three‑year period (2024‑2026). The bid requires delivery of specific Globe® jackets, pants, boots, and Cairns helmets, all meeting NFPA 1971 and related proprietary specifications, with mandatory barcode tracking, on‑site training, and a one‑year warranty. The award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive sealed‑bid offer, and the incumbent vendor must provide all sizing, U.S.‑made garments, and support services at no additional cost. • Required items: 140 jackets, 130 pants, 140 boots, 110 helmets (estimated annual quantities) • Mandatory requirements: U.S. manufacturing, barcode/asset‑tracking, 5‑year free hook‑and‑loop repair, on‑site PPE care training, 1‑year warranty • Evaluation: Lowest net price after required specifications; no price adjustments allowed.