The School District of Pickens County issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of new fire‑fighter turnout gear for its Career and Technology Center. The solicitation required unit pricing for six distinct items of protective apparel (coat, pants, gloves, boots, helmet, and flash hood) that must meet NFPA 1971 and OSHA standards. Offers were to be submitted sealed by March 28 2023, with the award ultimately made to Anderson Fire & Safety on April 4 2023. The contract is a single‑award, unit‑price procurement with a 90‑day offer‑open period and no pre‑bid conference.
• Scope: Six line‑item pieces of fire‑fighter protective equipment; quantities to be ordered after award.
• Evaluation: Lowest total extended price, provided all six line items are priced.
• Delivery: FOB destination to 990 Chastain Road, Liberty, SC; delivery hours 8 a.m.–4 p.m. EST, weekdays only.