RFQ - AVIATION FLIGHT SUITS, FLIGHT HELMETS, CUSTOM APPAREL, FITTING AND TAILORING SERVICES

The County of San Diego is soliciting quotes for the procurement of aviation flight suits, flight helmets, custom apparel, and fitting and tailoring services to support the San Diego County Sheriff's Office Aerial Support to Regional Enforcement Agencies (ASTREA). The scope of work requires the provision of new, non-refurbished equipment, including fire-resistant Nomex or equivalent materials, specifically designed for the needs of rotary wing pilots. A critical requirement is that all fitting and tailoring services must be performed in person at a location within 100 miles of San Diego County, with standard alterations completed within 30 business days. All tailoring must preserve the product's original function, manufacturer warranty, protective properties, and seam integrity. The anticipated contract structure consists of an initial one-year base period ending October 31, 2027, with four subsequent one-year option periods extending the term up to October 31, 2031, and additional short-term extension options of one to six months. Award decisions will be based on best value, evaluating factors such as technical merit, experience, capacity, price, and compliance history, while also considering sustainability and cultural competency. The contractor must adhere to strict non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, maintain detailed fitting records, and comply with hazardous materials storage limits of 90 days at County facilities. Deliveries are to be made F.O.B. destination to the ASTREA Division in El Cajon, California.