RFP26 227 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus

The District of West Vancouver issued RFP26 227 on September 25, 2026, to procure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment and related services for municipal fire and rescue operations. The procurement includes 50 air packs with Universal Emergency Breathing Safety Systems, 110 masks, 60 regulators, 150 45-minute cylinders, and a mobile confined space breathing air cart system, among other specialized components. All systems must be pressure-demand, open-circuit, and rated for at least 4,500 psi. The contract also requires the vendor to provide on-site annual NFPA-compliant flow testing and manage the transport and execution of 5-year and 10-year hydrostatic testing for carbon fiber composite cylinders. Proposals must be submitted as a single PDF via email by October 21, 2026, and must include a detailed price schedule covering one-time equipment costs and a total five-year cost for testing. Award decisions will be based on technical objectives, price, and any offered value-added services, with the potential for short-listing through interviews and product samples. The successful contractor must maintain a District of West Vancouver Business Licence, remain in good standing with WorkSafe BC, and provide initial training at no additional cost. Payments will be made in Canadian funds via electronic funds transfer on net 30-day terms following the acceptance of goods and services.