Cleaning and Maintenance of Fire Department Bunker Gear

The City of Detroit Office of Contracting and Procurement, on behalf of the Detroit Fire Department, is soliciting proposals for comprehensive inspection, cleaning, sanitization, repair, and tracking services for departmental protective clothing and ensembles. The successful contractor must be a Verified Independent Service Provider through a recognized third party, such as UL or Intertek, and must adhere to current NFPA 1850, 1851, 1855, and 1857 standards. Required services include advanced cleaning using OZONE and CO2 for biological and chemical decontamination, NFPA-compliant repairs, and the implementation of a barcode-based tracking system to maintain detailed service histories for all gear. The contractor is responsible for bi-weekly routine pickups and deliveries across all stations, with a standard turnaround time of five business days. Expedited services are required for certain requests, ranging from 24 to 48 hours, and a 24/7 emergency hotline must be maintained for pickup notifications. To be eligible, firms must demonstrate at least five years of experience in providing similar services. Proposals are evaluated based on relevant experience, operational capacity, technical strength, record-keeping practices, and pricing, with additional credits available for Detroit-based business designations. Administrative requirements include submitting invoices through the City of Detroit Oracle Vendor Portal with standard NET 30 payment terms. Compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act, the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, and Public Law 115-232 regarding prohibited telecommunications equipment is mandatory. All submissions must be uploaded via the Supplier Portal by the November 6, 2026, deadline.