Firefighter Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

The City of Torrington is seeking sealed proposals for the supply of firefighter personal protective turnout gear, with the awarded vendor providing these supplies on an as-needed basis to the Fire Department. The initial contract will last for one year, with the possibility of extending it up to four additional years contingent upon satisfactory performance. The procurement process requires proposals to be submitted by May 28, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with questions due by May 16, 2025, at noon. Proposals must be submitted in person or through other non-faxed, non-e-mailed methods, and bidders cannot withdraw their bids for 90 days after the opening. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive technicalities, and award the contract to the bidder that best serves the public interest, which may not necessarily be the lowest bid. The contract size is estimated between $500,000 and $2,000,000, and the City encourages minority, women, and small business enterprises to apply, emphasizing its status as an equal opportunity employer. The procurement is managed by the Connecticut Department of Administrative Services, with Pennie Zucco serving as the primary contact.