Bauer Breathing Air System

The contract pertains to the sole source procurement (Solicitation Number S26-0189) of a Bauer Breathing Air System for the Orlando Fire Department, released on December 10, 2025, with a proposal submission deadline of December 17, 2025. The acquisition involves purchasing and installing a comprehensive breathing air system designed to meet NFPA 1989 standards for firefighting breathing air and CGA Grade E for SCUBA applications. The system includes an 18 CFM, 6000 psig open vertical compressor with an integrated purifier, a cascade system with multiple high-pressure cylinders, a control panel with PLC and emergency stop, CO monitoring equipment, and a start-up kit. The installation and related electrical work are the responsibility of the customer, while the vendor, Breathing Air Systems, is identified as the sole source supplier. The estimated contract value is approximately $52,000 to $53,500, including base equipment, installation support, and optional annual air testing programs. The sole source nature of the procurement allows other suppliers to challenge the exclusivity by submitting qualifications or product information within a 7-day window following contract posting, with submissions accepted exclusively via email to the designated Purchasing Agent. The contract administration is managed by the Orlando Fire Department’s Procurement and Contracts Division, with no formal FAR clauses or standard federal certifications included, reflecting a commercial, non-federal acquisition approach. Inspection and acceptance will occur upon delivery and installation at the Orlando Fire Department facility, with quality requirements aligned with NFPA, CGA, and UL standards. The terms specify electronic invoicing options without detailed payment office information, and no formal contract options or specialized clause requirements are identified in the documentation.