Fire Ground Ladders

The City of Pittsburgh Office of Management and Budget, on behalf of the Bureau of Fire, is soliciting bids under solicitation 2026-IFB-225 for the one-time purchase and delivery of Duo-Safety brand aluminum fire ground ladders. The requirement includes various models, such as 14, 16, 20, and 24-foot ladders, with specific mandates that all equipment must be new, in first-class condition, and compliant with NFPA 1931 standards. Notably, extension ladders must feature a specific Pittsburgh custom halyard using 1/2 inch CMC Rescue Ladderline Polyester. Bids are due by November 11, 2026, and must be submitted electronically. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder on an item-by-item or low-total basis. The contract includes strict compliance requirements, including the provision of performance and payment bonds equal to 100 percent of the contract price within ten days of award. Payment terms are set at 45 calendar days from invoicing, and the City reserves the right to extend the contract for up to 180 days. Bidders must adhere to socioeconomic participation goals, including minimum targets for Minority Business Enterprises (18 percent), Women-Owned Business Enterprises (7 percent), Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (5 percent), and LGBTQIA+ businesses (3 percent). Failure to provide required DBE documentation or a demonstration of good faith effort may result in bid rejection. All deliveries are F.O.B. point of delivery within Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.