Fire Protection Boots, Hats and Gloves Negotiated Proposal. Proposal Must Be Submitted By: December 15, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. CT.

Solicitation 1130-27-R-NBID-00005 is a negotiated bid issued by the State of Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration for a comprehensive line of firefighting uniforms and wearable protective gear. The scope of work includes station uniforms, turnout coats and pants, and protective boots, helmets, hoods, and gloves suitable for structural, proximity, and wildland firefighting applications. All offered gear must meet the latest National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations. Non-wearable equipment, such as fire extinguishers and suppression systems, is expressly excluded from this solicitation. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the MAGIC system by 3:00 p.m. CST on December 16, 2026. Required documentation includes a proposal letter, a price list spreadsheet, an internal catalog spreadsheet, a purchase summary, and a signed attestation form. The contract is scheduled to be effective from March 1, 2027, through February 29, 2028, with no additional renewal periods. All items must be transported F.O.B. Destination, with all freight and shipping costs borne by the contractor. Failure to meet specifications may result in product rejection, contract termination, or exclusion from future state awards.