Firefighter Personal Escape Safety System & Training Services

The City of Pittsburgh Office of Management and Budget, on behalf of the Bureau of Fire, is soliciting proposals under solicitation 2026-RFP-228 for Firefighter Personal Escape Safety Systems and Training Services. The scope of work involves the procurement of NFPA-standard hardware, including CORE EVO descent devices, APEX personal escape ropes, anchor hooks, and various straps and pouches, along with a multi-year supply of replacement parts. The contract also requires comprehensive on-site training in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, encompassing a train-the-trainer program for 20 instructors, end-user implementation support, and maintenance training for six repair personnel. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the City's e-Procurement Portal by December 1, 2026, at 2:00 pm. The selection process is points-based, with the highest-rated responsive firms potentially invited for interviews. Awardees must comply with the City of Pittsburgh Ethics Code, prevailing wage ordinances, and specific socioeconomic goals, including participation targets for MBE (18%), WBE (7%), veteran-owned (5%), and LGBTQIA+ (3%) businesses. The contract is scheduled for award in December 2026, and the City may require a performance bond or failure-to-deliver agreement upon contracting.