Pre-Advertisement Notice for Fire and Rescue Tools and Equipment and SCBA Maintenance

The City of Atlanta, on behalf of the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department, is initiating a multi-step sealed bid process, beginning with a prequalification phase followed by an Invitation for Bid, for the procurement of fire and rescue tools, equipment, and related maintenance services. The scope of work is divided into six functional groups, covering powered equipment, forcing tools, ladders, monitors, miscellaneous operational items, and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and air compressor preventive maintenance. Key deliverables include the supply of equipment within 45 days of a purchase order, the initial inventory and certification of 450 SCBAs and 70 RIT packs, and annual fit testing for 900 employees. The successful vendor must provide mobile field servicing capabilities with a response time within 48 hours of a request. All equipment and services must adhere to strict federal and industry standards, including OSHA, NIOSH, 29 CFR 1910.134, and NFPA standards 1404, 1500, 1852, 1981, and 1989. Maintenance of breathing air systems requires the use of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts. Bidders must comply with specific insurance and bonding requirements, including the use of U.S. Treasury Circular 570 listed companies and authorization by the Georgia State Insurance Commissioner. While this opportunity is exempted from mandatory diversity program requirements, the City continues to promote the inclusion of small, disadvantaged, minority, and female business enterprises. The response deadline for this pre-solicitation is November 27, 2026.