SLED Opportunity · NEVADA · NEVADA
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Clark County Nevada requests statements of interest for firefighter turnout gear evaluation. The RFI seeks qualified manufacturers to submit protective gear meeting NFPA standards for a wear trial to determine best suited gear for local climate.
Clark County is requesting statements of interest from qualified firms or individuals in response to this Request for Interest (RFI). All inquiries related to this RFI shall be submitted to the designated RFI Contact. The attached Request for Interest (RFI) document details the information being requested. All questions must be submitted through this NGEM portal no later than January 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. PST. All submittals must be submitted through this NGEM portal no later than February 4, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. PST. --- Q&A --- Q1: Can manufacturers submit multiple models/designs/composites for the County to choose to take to evaluation? A1: All qualifying manufacturers will have an opportunity to present their best proposal to the PPE committee. The PPE committee will choose the best options for CCFD from the manufacturer's proposals. If the manufacturer would like multiple specs to be trialed, then a minimum of 10 sets per spec must be submitted. Submitted: 1/28/2026 01:57:14 PM (PT) Q2: In order to qualify for the wear trial, are all manufacturers required to have specific female designs and female sizing sets to ensure proper fit, form, and function? A2: A specific female cut is not mandatory. However, the ability to tailor the garment to fit female members is essential. Submitted: 1/28/2026 01:54:33 PM (PT) Q3: Are manufacturers allowed to be present during any of the training evolutions? A3: No. No manufacturers will be allowed to interact with wear trial participants during any training. Submitted: 1/28/2026 01:53:03 PM (PT) Q4: Are contractors and/or sales teams allowed to be present during the manufacturer's presentation? A4: Product demos are exclusive to Manufacturer Representatives only. Submitted: 1/28/2026 11:32:19 AM (PT) Q5: Do you have a requested minimum Thermal Protective Performance and Total Heat Loss, and maximum Resistance to the Evaporative Transfer for the wear trial gear? A5: All specifications must meet the minimum NFPA requirements. CCFD's current Agility and Parallon spec has a TPP of 44.6 and a THL of 268. The PPE committee recognizes the adverse effects on these ratings when one rating (material) is adjusted higher or lower. The ultimate goal of the trial is to find a spec that is best suited for the harsh climate that the firefighters of CCFD serve in. This is the justification for an expert from each qualifying manufacturer to present to the committee and provide their expert opinion on what they believe is best for CCFD. From these meetings, the PPE committee will determine the spec to be trialed. Submitted: 1/28/2026 09:45:08 AM (PT)
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