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Three-Year Term Contract with Two-Year Renewal Options for Structural/Extrication Personal Protective Equipment for the Mesa Fire and Medical Department (Citywide)
This contract will provide structural and extrication personal protective equipment (PPE) for Mesa Fire and Medical Department personnel, including turnout coats and pants, helmets, thermal hoods, structural boots, and gloves, as well as extrication coats and pants for motor vehicle and other non-fire incidents. These purchases include replacement PPE for current members based on wear, damage, and end-of-life requirements, as well as new helmets and gear for incoming recruits and personnel receiving promotions. The contract also emphasizes particulate blocking features within structural PPE to enhance protection against carcinogens and help mitigate known cancer risks among fire service personnel.
A committee representing the Mesa Fire and Medical Department and Procurement Services evaluated responses and recommend awarding the contract to the highest scored proposals from MES Acquisition, Inc. dba MES Service Company, LLC; L.N. Curtis & Sons dba Curtis Blue Line; Matlick Enterprises dba United Fire Equipment Company.; Great West Fire Safety, Inc.; and Redline Fire Supplies, LLC in a combined total amount not to exceed $1,275,000 annually, with an annual increase allowance of up to 5% or the adjusted Consumer Price Index.