FRANKLIN COUNTY, OHIO
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SPECIFICATIONS
AND
DOCUMENTS
FOR
Fire Fighting Turnout Gear
For
Pleasant Township- Franklin County, Ohio
5373 Norton Road Grove City Ohio, 43123
614-877-4375
NOTICE TO Bidders
Sealed bids, subject to the conditions contained herein, will be received until 4 p.m. on April 26, 2024, 5373 Norton Rd., Grove City, Ohio 43123, for proposed firefighting gear by plans and specs as adopted by the Pleasant Township Fire Department.
Specifications and Bid Documents are on file and may be examined between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday in the office of the Fire Chief at 5373 Norton Rd., Grove City, Ohio 43123.
Pleasant Township reserves the right to reject all proposals and waive technicalities.
Bids will be chosen based on the best bid, not necessarily the lowest bid.
Fire Chief David Whiting
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
1. Each Proposal shall be legibly written or printed in ink on the Proposal provided in this bound copy of the proposed Contract Documents. No alterations in proposals or the printed forms, therefore, by erasures, interpolations, or otherwise will be acceptable unless each such alteration is signed or initialed by the Bidder. If initialed, the Owner may require the Bidder to identify any alteration so initialed. No alteration in any proposal, or in the proposal form on which it is submitted, shall be made by the person after the Bidder has submitted the Proposal. Any addenda to the Contract Documents, on which a proposal is based, properly signed by the Bidder shall accompany the Proposal when submitted.
Each Proposal submitted shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope addressed to the Pleasant Township Fire Chief, identified on the outside with the words "Pleasant Township—Structural Firefighting Gear."
2. Each Bidder shall carefully examine the Specifications and other Contract Documents, shall visit the sites and fully inform himself of all conditions affecting the work or the cost thereof, and shall be presumed to have done so. His bid shall be based upon his conclusions. Each Bidder shall inform himself concerning all Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, or regulations that may affect his proposed construction operations or those engaged or employed on the work or the material or equipment. Should a Bidder find discrepancies in, or omissions from, the Specifications or other Contract Documents, he should notify the committee and obtain clarification or interpretation before submitting any bid. Any interpretation of the proposed Contract Documents will be made only by addendum duly issued, and a copy of such addendum will be mailed or delivered to each person obtaining a set of such documents from the Director of Public Works. The Owner will not be responsible for any other explanations or interpretations of the proposed Contract Documents.
3. All sales and use taxes, as well as other taxes, that might lawfully be assessed against the Owner in the execution and performance of the proposed contract and work covered thereby and are to be paid by the contractor from monies obtained in satisfaction of his contract. All bidders must understand that the bid price or prices submitted shall include the total cost of all such taxes.
4. No bidder may submit more than one Proposal, and two proposals under different names will not be received from one firm or association.
5. No bidder may withdraw their Proposal for thirty (30) days after the date and hour set for the opening herewith. A bidder may withdraw their Proposal at any time before the expiration of the period, during which proposals may be submitted by written request of the same person or persons who signed the Proposal.
6. The Owner reserves the right to accept the bid, which in its judgment is the best bid; to reject any or all bids; and to waive irregularities or informalities in any bids submitted. Bids received after the specified time of closing will be returned unopened.
7. The Instructions to Bidders, Proposal, Contract Payment and Performance Bonds, Contract Agreement, General Conditions, Special Conditions, Specifications, and other documents shall not be removed from the "Contract Documents" bound copy before filing the Proposal contained therein.
8. Each Bidder shall sign his Proposal, using his usual signature, and give his full business address. Bids by Partnerships shall be signed with the Partnership named, followed by the signature of one of the Partnership members or by an authorized representative and designation of the person signing. Bids by Corporations shall be signed with the name of the Corporation, followed by the signature and designation of the President, Secretary, or other person authorized to bind it in the matter. The names of all persons signing should also be typed or printed below the signature. A bid by a person who affixes to his signature the words "President," "Secretary," "Agent," or other designation, without disclosing his Principal, may be held to be the bid of the individual signing. When requested by the Owner, satisfactory evidence of the authority of the officer signing on behalf of a corporation shall be furnished.
9. Deviations to Specifications and Requirements When bidding on an "or equal," Bids must be accompanied by all descriptive information necessary to evaluate the proposed material or equipment, such as the detailed drawings and specifications, certified operation and test data, and experience records. Failure of any bidder to furnish the data necessary to determine whether the product is equivalent may cause rejection of the specific item(s) to which it pertains. All deviations from the specifications must be noted in detail by the Bidder on the exceptions form at the time of Bid submittal. The absence of listed deviations at the time of bid submittal will hold the Bidder strictly accountable to the specifications as written. Any deviation from the specifications written and accepted by the Township may be grounds for rejection of the material and equipment when delivered.
10. Irrevocable Offer Any Bid may be withdrawn up until the due date and time set for opening of the I.F.B. Any Bid not so withdrawn shall, upon opening, constitute an irrevocable offer for a minimum period of 90 days to sell to the Township the goods or services outlined in the I.F.B., until one or more of the Bids have been duly accepted by the Township.
11. Delivery of said items shall be F.O.B. Destination
PROPOSAL OF ________________________________________________________________ (hereinafter called "Bidder") organized and existing under the laws of the State of
_________________________ doing business as ___________________________________. *
To the Pleasant Township Trustees, Franklin County, Ohio (hereinafter called "Owner"). In compliance with your advertisement for Bids, Bidder proposes to deliver firefighter turnout gear in strict accordance with the Contract Documents, within the time set forth therein, and at the prices stated below.
By submitting this bid, each Bidder certifies. In the case of a joint Bid, each party to it certifies as to his organization that this bid has been arrived at independently, without consultation, communication, or agreement as to any matter relating to this bid with any other Bidder or with any competitor.
Item
Quantity
Description
Unit Price
Extended Amount
1
20
Turnout Coat – Per specifications contained herein M.F.G.: ___________________________.
Model #: ______________________________. Delivery: ________ days after receipt of order, shall warranty the above equipment, parts, labor, and travel for ______________________.
$__________
$______________
2
20
Turnout Pant – Per specifications contained herein M.F.G.: ___________________________.
Model #: ______________________________. Delivery: ________ days after receipt of order, shall warranty the above equipment, parts, labor, and travel for ______________________.
$__________
$______________
3
20
Suspenders – Per specifications contained herein M.F.G.: ___________________________.
Model #: ______________________________. Delivery: ________ days after receipt of order, shall warranty the above equipment, parts, labor, and travel for ______________________.
$__________
$______________
4
20
Helmet – Per specifications contained herein M.F.G.: ___________________________.
Model #: ______________________________. Delivery: ________ days after receipt of order, shall warranty the above equipment, parts, labor, and travel for ______________________.
$__________
$______________
5
40
Hoods – Per specifications contained herein M.F.G.: ___________________________.
Model #: ______________________________. Delivery: ________ days after receipt of order, shall warranty the above equipment, parts, labor, and travel for ______________________.
$__________
$______________
6
40
Gloves – Per specifications contained herein M.F.G.: ___________________________.
Model #: ______________________________. Delivery: ________ days after receipt of order, shall warranty the above equipment, parts, labor, and travel for ______________________.
$__________
$______________
7
20
Boots – Per specifications contained herein M.F.G.: ___________________________.
Model #: ______________________________. Delivery: ________ days after receipt of order, shall warranty the above equipment, parts, labor, and travel for ______________________.
$__________
$______________
Total Amount
$______________
DELIVERY: F.O.B. DESTINATION
The above price shall include all labor and materials to cover the finished work for the abovementioned improvements.
Bidder understands that the Owner reserves the right to reject all bids and waive any informality in the bidding.
The Bidder further agrees that this bid shall be reasonable and may not be withdrawn for a period of 90 calendar days after the scheduled closing time for receiving bids.
Respectfully submitted,
__________________________________ Attest: ______________________________ Contractor Secretary
By:
_______________________________
Title: ______________________________ Address:
___________________________
___________________________
___________________________
SEAL (If a bid is by a corporation)
1. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS - FIREFIGHTER STANDARD TURNOUT GEAR PANTS AND COATS
1.1 PURPOSE: The purpose of the clothing is to provide protection during structural firefighting operations where there is a threat of fire and against adverse environmental effects during structural firefighting as well as when specific physical hazards are likely to be encountered, such as during non-fire-related rescue operations, emergency medical operations, and victim extrication. These garments are not protective clothing and are not designed to be kept in direct contact with flames
1.2 STANDARDS: All garments produced shall meet or exceed the criteria set forth in the current NFPA Standard 1971 latest revision for PROTECTIVE ENSEMBLES STRUCTURAL FIRE FIGHTING.
1.3 THIRD PARTY TESTING: All components and composites used in the construction of garments shall be third party tested, certified and listed for compliance to NFPA Standard Current Edition. Such certification shall be denoted by the certification label of the third-party tester as shown in the specifications for the Garment label.
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE: The manufacturer shall provide and maintain a quality assurance program certified and registered to ISO.
1.5 LABELING: Labels shall be attached to each detachable layer by applicable NFPA Current Edition Standard.
1.5.2 Appropriate warning label(s) shall be permanently affixed to each garment. Additionally, the label(s) shall include the following information. a. Compliance with NFPA Standard #1971 – current edition b. Underwriters Laboratories classified mark
c. Manufacturer's name d. Manufacturer's address e. Manufacturer's garment Identification number f. Date of Manufacture g. Size
1.5.3 USER INFORMATION GUIDE: Each garment shall include a User Information Guide with information required by NFPA Standard 1971, current edition. This guide shall include:
a. Pre-use information:
1. Safety considerations. 2. Limitations of use. 3. Garment marking recommendations and restrictions. 4. A statement that most performance properties of the garment cannot be tested by the user in the field. 5. Warranty information.
b. Preparation for use:
1. Sizing/adjustment. 2. Recommended storage practices
c. Inspection: Inspection frequency and details.
d. Don/Doff: 1. Donning and doffing procedures. 2. Sizing and adjustment procedures. 3. Interface issues.
e. Use Proper use consistent with NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department, Occupational Safety and Health Program, and 29 C.F.R. 1910, 132.
f. Maintenance and Cleaning:
1. Cleaning instructions and precautions with a statement advising users not to use garments not thoroughly cleaned and dried. 2. Maintenance criteria and methods of repair where applicable. 3. Decontamination procedures for both chemical and biological contamination.
g. Retirement and disposal criteria: 1. Manufacturer's garment identification number 2. Date of manufacture 3. Size
1.6 WARRANTY:
The manufacturer shall warrant these jackets and pants to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for their serviceable life when properly used and cared for.
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2.0 JACKET & PANTS
2.1 Material shall meet the current edition of NFPA 1971
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2.2 The outer shell, thermal barrier, moisture barrier, and all material components utilized in the garment's construction shall meet the applicable NFPA Current Edition standard. All stitching shall meet the required breaking strength specified by the standard for the particular application. All stress areas shall be bar-tacked for additional strength.
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2.3 OUTER SHELL: The outer shell material shall meet the NFPA 1971 Current Edition requirements. The color of the garments shall be natural/tan.
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2.4 MOISTURE BARRIER: The material shall meet the NFPA 1971 Current Edition requirements for resistance to water penetration, viral penetration, and common chemical penetration. All seams are to be heat and pressure-sealed with 1" seam tape.
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2.5 MOISTURE BARRIER/THERMAL BARRIER CONSTRUCTION: The moisture barrier shall be completely sewn to the thermal barrier at its perimeter and finished with moisture barrier binding so no raw edges are exposed. The film side of the moisture barrier shall be oriented toward the thermal barrier. All seams are to be heat and pressure-sealed with seam tape.
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2.6 ATTACHMENT OF THERMAL/MOISTURE BARRIER TO THE OUTER SHELL: The liner shall be completely detachable. In addition, the liner system shall attach to the shell with fasteners appropriately spaced on each jacket facing and at each sleeve end. Additional attachment on the center back hem of the shell and liner for maximum thermal protection at the coat and pant overlap.
The thermal liner and moisture barrier shall be completely removable from the pant shell. Fasteners shall be spaced along the waistband to secure the thermal liner to the shell. The legs of the thermal liner/moisture barrier shall be secured to the shell by fasteners, 2 per leg.
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2.7 THERMAL PROTECTIVE PERFORMANCE/TOTAL HEAT LOSS: The Thermal Liner, Moisture Barrier, and Outer Shell will be made of such material that they will have a combined pre-wash Thermal Protective Performance (T.P.P.) greater than or equal to 35, and a combined pre-wash Total Heat Loss (T.H.L.) greater than, or equal to 235. Garments with a combined T.P.P. and/or T.H.L. lesser than what is specified will not be considered.
3. COAT SPECIFICATIONS:
3.1 DESIGN AND PERFORMANCE: The coat shall be constructed of three separate body panels designed to afford maximum unrestricted movement of the arms and shoulders. The coat shell and liner, which are equal in length, shall provide a minimum overlap of all protective layers (when worn with bunker pants) in accordance with NFPA 1500. The coat shall have a standard hanging letter patch or a tail.
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3.2 Hanging Letter Patch The hanging letter patch shall be constructed of a double layer of outer shell material. The letter patch will attach to the rear inside hem of the jacket with a combination of snap fasteners and FR Velcro® hook & loop fastener tape.
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3.3 CONSTRUCTION: All components MUST comply with the test specifications for NPFA 1971, 2013 Edition
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3.4. COAT METAL CONTACT PREVENTION: The coat shall be constructed so that, when completely assembled, there shall be no direct metal contact from the exterior of the outer shell through the thermal barrier to the wearer's body.
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3.5 SLEEVE CONSTRUCTION: The sleeves shall be a minimum of two piece construction and contoured, having an upper and a lower sleeve. The sleeves will be constructed to allow for multi-directional mobility and flexibility in the shoulder and arm areas, with little restriction or jacket rise.
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3.6 STORM FLAP: The storm flap shall provide continuous thermal and moisture protection of the torso. The storm flap shall be constructed of four layers: moisture barrier and thermal barrier sandwiched between two layers of the outer shell material. Closure on the front facings shall be a D-ring and or heavy-duty zipper with a "breakaway" feature. Outer flap closure shall be fastened the full length of the flap. Chest trim pattern shall continue across the storm flap.
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3.7 COLLAR: The collar shall provide continuous thermal and moisture protection to the face and neck. It shall be no less than 3" high and overlap by a minimum of 2" in the front. The collar shall be constructed of four layers: moisture barrier, thermal barrier, and inside and outside layers of outer shell material. A 2" wide piece of hook shall be set horizontally on the left front collar to secure the loop on the throat tab when in use. An additional 2" x 2" hook patch shall be sewn to the outside collar in the back for storage of the throat tab when not in use.
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3.8 LINER ELBOW THERMAL ENHANCEMENT: An additional layer of thermal liner material shall be sewn to the elbow area of the liner system for added protection at contact points and increased thermal insulation in this high compression area. The elbow thermal enhancement layers shall be sandwiched between the thermal liner and moisture barrier layers of the liner system and be stitched to the thermal liner layer only. The finished dimension shall be 5 inches by 8 inches. All edges shall be finished by means of over-edging. Raw or unfinished edges shall be considered unacceptable.
Thermal scraps shall not be substituted for full-cut fabric padding.
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3.9 POCKETS: Each jacket front body panel shall have a 2-inch deep by 8-inch wide by 8-inch high expansion pocket, double stitched to it, and shall be located such that the bottom of the pockets are at the bottom of the jacket for full functionality when used with an SCBA. Retroreflective trim shall run over the bottom of the pockets to not interrupt the trim stripe. Two rust resistant metal drain eyelets shall be installed in the bottom of each expansion pocket to facilitate drainage of water. Pocket flaps shall be double-layered. The pocket flaps shall be rectangular in shape, constructed of two layers of outer shell material, and shall measure 3 inches deeper than the pocket expansion and ½ inch wider than the pocket. The upper pocket corners shall be reinforced with proven backtacks, and pocket flaps shall be reinforced with bar tacks. The pocket flaps shall be closed by means of FR Velcro® fastener tape. Two pieces of 1 ½ inch by 3-inch FR Velcro® hook fastener tape shall be installed vertically on the inside of each pocket flap (one piece on each end). Two corresponding pieces of 1 ½ inch by 3-inch FR Velcro® loop fastener tape shall be installed horizontally on the outside of each pocket near the top (one piece on each end) and positioned to engage the hook fastener tape.
An inside pocket measuring 8" x 7" shall be sewn to the thermal layer of the coat. The liner pocket shall have a Velcro closure.
A separate hand warmer pocket compartment will also be provided under the expandable cargo pocket.
This compartment will be accessed from the rear of the pocket and shall be lined with Nomex® Fleece for warmth and comfort. Shell material linings shall not be considered acceptable.
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3.10 RADIO POCKET: The radio pocket shall be constructed of outer shell material and lined with a moisture barrier. The pocket shall be approximately 6" x 4" x 2" with bras grommets for drainage. Radio pocket flaps of double-layer shell material shall have an internal layer of moisture barrier and 2" x 2" hook and loop for closure. The radio pocket flap shall be notched to accommodate the radio antenna on either side as user discretion. A strip of 3" reflective trim shall be added to continue the trim pattern.
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3.12 MICROPHONE STRAP
There shall be two (2) microphone straps located on the coat. The straps shall be constructed to hold a microphone for a portable radio. It shall be sewn to the jacket at the ends only. The size of the microphone straps shall be 1 inch x 3 inches.
One (1) microphone strap shall be mounted above the radio pocket and shall be constructed of double-layer outer shell material. The second Microphone strap will be located on the storm flap of the coat 5" below the top of the storm flap.
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3.13 SLEEVE CUFF REINFORCEMENTS
The sleeve cuffs shall be reinforced with a layer of black Polymer Coated Aramid® material or equivalent material and shall be listed as an alternative in the bid. The cuff reinforcements shall not be less than 2 inches wide and folded in half, approximately one-half inside and one-half outside the sleeve end, for greater strength and abrasion resistance. The cuff reinforcement shall be double stitched to the sleeve end; a single row of stitching shall be considered unacceptable. Jackets finished with a turned and stitched cuff do not provide the same level of abrasion resistance and will be regarded as unacceptable.
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3.14 SURVIVOR FLASHLIGHT HOLDER
Each jacket shall be equipped with a "Survivor" flashlight holder. An inward-facing metal safety coat hook shall be triple riveted vertically to the upper chest. The inward-facing coat hook will accommodate the clip portion of the flashlight. Below the coat hook will be a strap constructed of outer shell material measuring approximately 2½ inches high and 9 inches wide, and will hold the barrel of the flashlight. The lower strap will be equipped with a 1½ inch by 2½ inch FR Velcro® closure at the front of the strap to facilitate easy removal of the flashlight. There shall be approximately 3 inches between the upper coat hook and the lower strap. The "Survivor" flashlight holder shall be sewn to the jacket on the right chest.
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3.15 WRISTLETS: Each jacket shall be equipped with Nomex® hand and wrist guards (over the hand) that are not less than 7 inches long and double thickness. A separate thumbhole with an approximate diameter of 2 inches shall be recessed approximately 1 inch from the leading edge. Nomex® knit is constructed of 96% Nomex® and 4% Spandex for shape retention or equivalent material and shall be listed as an alternative in the bid. The color of the wristlets shall be white. The wristlets shall be sewn to the end of the liner sleeves. Flame resistant neoprene coated cotton/polyester impermeable barrier material shall be sewn to the inside of the sleeve shell approximately 5 inches from the sleeve end and extending toward the cuff forming the sleeve well.
The neoprene sleeve well shall form an elasticized cuff end with an FR Velcro® tab, providing a snug fit at the wrist and covering the knit wristlet. This sleeve well configuration prevents water and other hazardous elements from entering the sleeves when the arms are raised. The neoprene barrier material shall also line the inside of the sleeve shell from the cuff to a point approximately 5 inches back, where it joins the sleeve well and is double-stitched to the shell. Four snap tabs will be sewn into the juncture of the sleeve well and wristlet. The tabs will be spaced equidistant from each other and fitted with female snap fasteners to accommodate corresponding male snaps in the liner sleeves.
One of the snap tabs shall be a different color in the liner to correspond with color-coded snap tabs to easily match the liner system to the outer shell after inspection or cleaning is completed. This configuration will ensure there is no interruption in protection between the sleeve liner and wristlet.
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3.16 REFLECTIVE TRIM: All 3" fluorescent reflective NFPA-compliant trim shall be used. Placement shall be determined by the department, but shall, as a minimum, meet the NFPA Current Edition. All trim shall be attached by double-stitching (four rows total). The trim shall be 3" Scotchlite "Triple Trim" Lime/Yellow with Silver. Placement of the trim will match the department current gear as closely as practical. The final location will be determined after the bid award.
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3.17 COAT SIZING: Coats shall be available in even chest sizes; sleeve lengths shall be in whole-inch increments. Women's sizing must be available.
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3.18 DRAG RESCUE DEVICE: Coats shall be equipped with a self-contained rescue harness. The harness shall be placed between the outer shell and inner lining of the coat and, when deployed, shall secure the wearer under both arms. Access to the handle of the harness shall be at the nape of the garment below the collar and placed in such a way as to operate correctly without interference from SCBA. The handle of the harness shall be protected from the environment and weather by an access flap secured with a hook and loop or similar material. The flap shall include a strip of 2" matching reflective trim. The harness shall be easily accessible for periodic inspection.
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3.19 SEWN-ON RETROREFLECTIVE LETTERING
Each jacket shall have 3" lime/yellow 3M Scotchlite™ lettering on Row A reading: PLEASANT
Each jacket shall have 3" lime/yellow 3M Scotchlite™ lettering on Row B reading: FIRE
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3.20 TAIL FLAP WITH NAME: Personnel names shall be placed on a separate tail flap of each coat. The tail flap will be approximately 21 inches wide and 6.5 inches tall. It shall be removable and attached at the bottom of the coat using Velcro and snaps. Lettering shall be 3" tall in reflective material. Refer to 2.19 for reflective trim.
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3.21 TAKE-UP STRAPS: There shall be a "take-up" strap located on each side of the coat. These straps will be constructed of Nomex Webbing or equivalent.
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3.22 GLOVE HOLDERS: Two (2) D-Ring on Patch Glove holders will be located, one (1) on each side of the coat behind the right and left pockets.
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3.23 POCKET/CUFF REINFORCEMENT: All pockets and cuffs will be reinforced with Black Poly-Coated Aramid unless otherwise specified
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4.0 PANT SPECIFICATIONS:
4.1 DESIGN AND PERFORMANCE: The pants shall be constructed of four separate body panels designed to afford maximum unrestricted movement.
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4.2 CONSTRUCTION: All components MUST comply with the test specifications for NPFP 1971 2013 Edition
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4.2.1 The outer shell, thermal barrier, moisture barrier, and all material components utilized in the garment's construction shall meet the applicable NFPA 1971 standard. All stitching shall meet the required breaking strength specified by the standard for the particular application. All stress areas shall be bar-tacked for additional strength.
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4.2.2 All thread seams shall be constructed with Tex 90 Kevlar Thread. Tex 90 Natural Nomex Thread shall be used on all trim areas. Tex 90 Black Kevlar Thread shall be used on black garments or equivalent material and shall be listed as an alternative in the bid.
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4.3 PANT METAL CONTACT PREVENTION: The pant shall be constructed so that, when completely assembled, there shall be no direct metal contact from the exterior of the outer shell through the thermal barrier to the wearer's body.
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4.4 EXTERNAL / INTERNAL FLY FLAP
The pants will have a vertical outside fly flap constructed of two layers of outer shell material, with a layer of moisture barrier material sandwiched between. The fly flap shall be double stitched to the left front body panel and shall measure approximately 2 ½ inches wide, with a length graded to size based on waist measurement and reinforced with bartacks at the base. An internal fly flap constructed of one layer of outer shell material, thermal liner, and specified moisture barrier, measuring approximately 2 inches wide, with a length graded to size based on the waist, shall be sewn to the leading edge of the right front body panel. The inside of the right front body panel shall be thermally enhanced directly under the outside fly with a layer of moisture barrier and thermal liner material. The underside of the outside fly flap shall have a 1½-inch wide piece of FR Velcro® loop fastener tape quadruple stitched along the full length and through the shell material only; stitching shall not penetrate the moisture barrier inserted between the two layers to ensure greater thermal protection and reduced water penetration. A corresponding strip of 1½ inch wide piece of FR Velcro® hook fastener tape shall be quadruple stitched to the outside right front body panel, securing the fly in a closed position.
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4.5 BELT
Each pant shall include a 2-inch wide black aramid belt with an adjustable hi-temp thermoplastic buckle as the exterior primary positive locking closure. Sizing adjustments shall be provided by a self-locking 2-inch thermoplastic buckle; this buckle shall also provide a quick-release mechanism for donning and doffing. The belt shall be attached to the two front body panels of the pants, beginning at the side seams. The belt shall run through tunnels constructed of black 7½ oz aramid outer shell or equivalent material and shall be listed as an alternative in the bid, material protecting it from damage. The tunnels will begin at the side seams and terminate at the front of the pants, exposing the buckle. A single belt loop constructed of a double layer of black 7½ oz. aramid or equivalent material and shall be listed as an alternative in the bid, measuring approximately ½ inch by 3 inches, shall be attached to the top side of the right side tunnel. The belt loop will be located approximately 2 inches from the tunnel opening to store the belt tab.
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4.6 PADDED H-BACK INTEGRATED SUSPENDERS: H-Back design with padding at the shoulder. A sewn direct hook and loop design will secure suspenders to the pants.
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4.7 POCKETS: The pockets shall be constructed of one layer of the outer shell material and lined with the vapor barrier. The pockets shall be reinforced with a full wraparound of outer shell material extending halfway up the pocket from the outside to the inside. Pocket flaps shall be double layered and extend ½" beyond each side of the pocket. Pockets shall be 10" x 10" cargo style, expanding 2" all around. Pockets shall be equipped with two (2) rust-resistant metal drain eyelets for drainage. Pocket flaps shall use a 1 ½ inch by 3-inch hook and loop closure.
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4.8 POCKET DIVIDER
The left-side expansion pocket shall have a vertical divider separating the pocket into two compartments.
The divider will split the pocket 50/50.
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4.9 KNEE REINFORCEMENT: The knees shall have a black foam pad of polymer-coated aramid. It shall measure 12" x9".
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4.10 KNEE REINFORCEMENT: The knee area shall be reinforced with double-stitched material to the pant shell. The layer, measuring 9" x 12", shall include one layer of thermal barrier and one layer of Dragonhide material or equivalent material and shall be listed as an alternative in the bid. One layer shall be of foam for extra padding on the knees, sandwiched between the outer shell and knee reinforcement.
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4.11 PANT CUFF: The cuff area of the pants shall be reinforced with a layer of Dragonhide or equivalent material and shall be listed as an alternative in the bid material.
The cuff reinforcement shall not be less than 2 inches wide and folded in half, approximately one-half inside and one-half outside the end of the legs, for greater strength and abrasion resistance. The cuff reinforcement shall be double-stitched to the outer shell for at least two rows of stitching.
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4.12 REVERSE BOOT CUT
The outer shell pant leg cuffs will be constructed such that the back of the leg is approximately 1 inch shorter than the front. The liner will also have a reverse boot cut at the rear of the cuff and a concave cut at the front to keep the liner from hanging below the shell. This construction feature will minimize the chance of premature wear of the cuffs and injuries due to falls resulting from "walking" on the pant cuffs. Pants that have "cut-outs" in the back panel rather than a contoured boot cut shall be considered unacceptable.
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4.13 REFLECTIVE TRIM: All 3" fluorescent reflective NFPA-compliant trim shall be used. A band shall be placed completely around each pant leg approximately 3" above the hem. All trim shall be attached by double-stitching (four rows total). The trim shall be 3" Scotchlite "Triple Trim" Lime/Yellow with Silver.
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4.14 PANT SIZING: Pants shall be available in even waist sizes; Inseams shall be in whole-inch increments. Women's sizing must be available.
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4.15 POCKET/CUFF REINFORCEMENT: All pockets and cuffs will be reinforced with Black Poly-Coated Aramid unless otherwise specified
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5.0 HELMET SPECIFICATIONS:
5.1 A traditional style, NFPA 1971-approved helmet for structural firefighting will be supplied. The colors of the helmet will be determined after the bid is awarded. The helmet will have integrated internal style and or external eye protection.
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5.2 Each helmet will have a 6-inch leather front provided with the following design
Top: PLEASANT TWP. Middle: 231 (Sewn on numbers) Bottom Panel: RANK
The exact color scheme and final design will be determined after the bid award.
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6.0 GLOVE SPECIFICATIONS:
Two (2) pairs of gloves will be included with each gear set. Gloves will meet NFPA 1971 and be approved for structural firefighting. The fire gloves will have an uncuffed design.
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7.0 HOOD SPECIFICATIONS:
7.1 Included with each gear set will be two (2) structural firefighting "Nomex" hoods. These hoods shall meet NFPA 1971.
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8.0 TURNOUT BOOTS
8.1 Each turnout gear will have leather structural firefighting boots provided. These boots will meet NFPA 1971 for structural firefighting boots.
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9.0 OPTIONS
9.1 ROPE STORAGE POCKET: There shall be a storage pocket located on the pants or the coat used for rope storage. The pocket will be of sufficient size to contain 50' of ½" rope. Location and dimensions will be spelled out in the bid.
EXCEPTIONS TO SPECIFICATIONS
Any and all exceptions to the above specifications must be clearly stated for each heading. Use additional pages for exceptions, if necessary.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
Jackets and Pants shall be manufactured in the United States.
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