City of Omaha PPE Bunker Gear - Coats, Pants and Suspenders Bid CI-2026-0108
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- Primary Contact
- Amy Lett
- Scope Location
- Omaha, NE
- Submission Address
- Douglas County Purchasing, 1819 Farnam St RM 902, Omaha, NE 68183
SUMMARY
The City of Omaha is soliciting bids for PPE Bunker Gear, specifically fire service coats, pants, and suspenders under solicitation CI-2026-0108. The procurement requires a bid bond from a surety licensed in Nebraska and listed on Circular 570, or an acceptable substitute such as a certified or cashier's check; letters of credit are explicitly rejected. Bidders must upload a copy of the bid bond to the online portal and deliver the original to the City Clerk within seven calendar days of the closing. Questions must be submitted via the bid event portal. The submission deadline is August 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid bond, certified check, official bank check, cashier's check, United States Government Bond
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Omaha?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 26, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Douglas County Purchasing, 1819 Farnam St RM 902, Omaha, NE 68183. For questions, contact Amy Lett.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Omaha?
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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 bond, certified check, official bank check, cashier's check, United States Government Bond. Review the full document from City of Omaha for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Omaha in NE, 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 Amy Lett. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Omaha, NE. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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