City of Asheville Wildland Personal Protective Equipment Bid IBR 2064-27 - 2026
City of AshevilleCity · Asheville, NC- Due
- Sep 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Beatrice Abernathy
- (828) 259-5954
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville Purchasing Division is soliciting informal bids for Wildland Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) under IBR 2064-27, funded by the Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program. The procurement includes 92 True North brush shirts (yellow), 92 True North wildland pants (green), 154 Bullard full brim helmets with ratchet suspension (black), and 52 Haix Airpower XR1 Pro boots. Bidders must be authorized representatives or distributors of the manufacturer, and no substitutions are allowed. The contract requires the vendor to conduct sizing sessions at the Asheville Fire Department Logistics Office in Black Mountain, NC. Bids must be emailed by 3:00 PM local time on September 10, 2026. Questions and exception requests are due by September 2, 2026.
Bid sheets, Manufacturer authorization verification, Signed addenda
Lowest responsive responsible bidder, past performance, service record, reliability
Get notified when Asheville posts the next one.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The City of Asheville Purchasing Division is soliciting informal bids for Wildland Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) under IBR 2064-27, funded by the Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program.
The procurement includes 92 True North brush shirts (yellow), 92 True North wildland pants (green), 154 Bullard full brim helmets with ratchet suspension (black), and 52 Haix Airpower XR1 Pro boots. Bidders must be authorized representatives or distributors of the manufacturer, and no substitutions are allowed. The contract requires the vendor to conduct sizing sessions at the Asheville Fire Department Logistics Office in Black Mountain, NC. Bids must be emailed by 3:00 PM local time on September 10, 2026. Questions and exception requests are due by September 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest responsive responsible bidder
- Past performance
- Service record
- Reliability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Bid sheets
- Manufacturer authorization verification
- Signed addenda
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid Sheet
- Specifications Compliance Column
- Attachment A (Debarment Certification)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Asheville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Beatrice Abernathy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Asheville in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Beatrice Abernathy at (828) 259-5954. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid sheets, Manufacturer authorization verification, Signed addenda. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 4 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive responsible bidder, past performance, service record, reliability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Asheville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Asheville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Asheville regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Sheet, Specifications Compliance Column, Attachment A (Debarment Certification). Review the full document from City of Asheville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Asheville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.