HomeMy WebLinkAboutC2018-330 - 6/19/2018 - Approved ,Fycls
a SUPPLY AGREEMENT NO. 1696
2
Firefighting Clothing
1�2
THIS Firefighting Clothing Supply Agreement ("Agreement') is entered into by and
between the City of Corpus Christi, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation ("City")
and Casco Industries, Inc. ("Supplier'), effective upon execution by the City Manager
or the City Manager's designee ("City Manager").
WHEREAS, Supplier has bid to provide firefighting clothing in response to Request
for Bid No. N/A ("RFB"), which RFB includes the required scope of work and all
specifications and which RFB and the Supplier's bid response are incorporated by
reference in this Agreement as Exhibits 1 and 2, respectively, as if each were fully set
out here in its entirety.
NOW, THEREFORE, City and Supplier agree as follows:
1. Scope. Supplier will provide firefighting clothing in accordance with the attached
Scope of Work, as shown in Attachment A, the content of which is incorporated
by reference into this Agreement as if fully set out here in its entirety. "Goods,"
"products", and "supplies", as used in this Agreement, refer to and have the same
meaning.
2. Term. This Agreement is for 12 months. The parties may mutually extend the term
of this Agreement for up to two additional 12-month periods ("Option Period(s)"),
provided, the parties do so in writing and prior to the expiration of the original term
or the then-current Option Period. The City's extension authorization must be
executed by the City Manager or designee.
3. Compensation and Payment. The total value of this Agreement is not to exceed
$174,679.10, subject to approved extensions and changes. Payment will be made
for goods delivered and accepted by the City within 30 days of acceptance,
subject to receipt of an acceptable invoice. All pricing must be in accordance
with the attached Bid/Pricing Schedule, as shown in Attachment B, the content
of which is incorporated by reference into this Agreement as if fully set out here in
---- its entirety.
4. Contract Administrator. The Contract Administrator designated by the City is
responsible for approval of all phases of performance and operations under this
Agreement, including deductions for non-performance and authorizations for
payment. The City's Contract Administrator for this Agreement is as follows:
2018-330 -Orm Page 1 of 7
6/19/18 2/15/17
Res. 031449
Casco Industries Inc.
INDEXED
Adam Guerra
Fire Department
361.826.3992
AdamG@cc texas.corn
5. Insurance. Before performance can begin under this Agreement, the Supplier
must deliver a certificate of insurance ("COI"), as proof of the required insurance
coverages, to the City's Risk Manager and the Contract Administrator.
Additionally, the COI must state that the City will be given at least 30 days'
advance written notice of cancellation, material change in coverage, or intent
not to renew any of the policies. The City must be named as an additional insured.
The City Attorney must be given copies of all insurance policies within 10 days of
the City Manager's written request. Insurance requirements are as stated in
Attachment C, the content of which is incorporated by reference into this
Agreement as if fully set out here in its entirety.
6. Purchase Release Order. For multiple-release purchases of products to be
provided by the Supplier over a period of time, the City will exercise its right to
specify time, place and quantity of products to be delivered in the following
manner: any City department or division may send to Supplier a purchase release
order signed by an authorized agent of the department or division. The purchase
release order must refer to this Agreement, and products will remain with the
Supplier until such time as the products are delivered and accepted by the City.
7. Inspection and Acceptance. Any products that are delivered but not accepted
by the City must be corrected or replaced immediately at no charge to the City.
If immediate correction or replacement at no charge cannot be made by the
Supplier, a replacement product may be bought by the City on the open market
and any costs incurred, including additional costs over the item's bid price, must
be paid by the Supplier within 30 days of receipt of City's invoice.
8. Warranty.
(A) The Supplier warrants that all products supplied under this Agreement are
new, quality items that are free from defects, fit for their intended purpose, and of
good material and workmanship. The Supplier warrants that it has clear title to
the products and that the products are free of liens or encumbrances.
(B) In addition, the products purchased under this Agreement shall be
warranted by the Supplier or, if indicated in Attachment D by the manufacturer,
for the period stated in Attachment D. Attachment D is attached to this
Agreement and is incorporated by reference into this Agreement as if fully set
out here in its entirety.
Supply Agreement Standard Form Page 2 of 7
Approved as to Legal Form 12/15/17
9. Quality/Quantity Adjustments. Any quantities indicated on the Bid/Pricing
Schedule are estimates only and do not obligate the City to order or accept more
than the City's actual requirements nor do the estimates restrict the City from
ordering less than its actual needs during the term of the Agreement and including
any Option Period. Substitutions and deviations from the City's product
requirements or specifications are prohibited without the prior written approval of
the Contract Administrator
10. Non-Appropriation. The continuation of this Agreement after the close of any
fiscal year of the City, which fiscal year ends on September 30th annually, is subject
to appropriations and budget approval specifically covering this Agreement as
an expenditure in said budget, and it is within the sole discretion of the City's City
Council to determine whether or not to fund this Agreement. The City does not
represent that this budget item will be adopted, as said determination is within the
City Council's sole discretion when adopting each budget.
11. Independent Contractor. Supplier will perform the work required by this
Agreement as an independent contractor and will furnish such products in its own
manner and method, and under no circumstances or conditions will any agent,
servant or employee of the Supplier be considered an employee of the City.
12. Subcontractors. Supplier may use subcontractors in connection with the work
performed under this Agreement. When using subcontractors, however, the
Supplier must obtain prior written approval from the Contract Administrator if the
subcontractors were not named at the time of bid. In using subcontractors, the
Supplier is responsible for all their acts and omissions to the same extent as if the
subcontractor and its employees were employees of the Supplier. All
requirements set forth as part of this Agreement, including the necessity of
providing a COI in advance to the City, are applicable to all subcontractors and
their employees to the same extent as if the Supplier and its employees had
performed the work.
13. Amendments. This Agreement may be amended or modified only by written
change order signed by both parties. Change orders may be used to modify
quantities as deemed necessary by the City.
14. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any breach of any term or condition of this
Agreement waives any subsequent breach of the same.
15. Taxes. The Supplier covenants to pay payroll taxes, Medicare taxes, FICA taxes,
unemployment taxes and all other related taxes. Upon request, the City Manager
shall be provided proof of payment of these taxes within 15 days of such request.
16. Notice. Any notice required under this Agreement must be given by fax, hand
delivery, or certified mail, postage prepaid, and is deemed received on the day
Supply Agreement Standard Form Page 3 of 7
Approved as to Legal Form 12/15/17
faxed or hand-delivered or on the third day after postmark if sent by certified mail.
Notice must be sent as follows:
IF TO CITY:
City of Corpus Christi
Attn: Adam Guerra
Fire Captain
1501 Holly Road, Corpus Christi, Texas 78417
361.826.3992
Fax: 361 .826.4551
IF TO SUPPLIER:
Casco Industries, Inc.
Attn: Teri Rutter
Secretary/Sales
705 S. 8th, La Porte, Texas 77571
281 .443.0999
281 .443.0858
17. SUPPLIER SHALL FULLY INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS AND DEFEND THE
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI AND ITS OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND AGENTS
("INDEMNITEES) FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, LOSS,
CLAIMS, DEMANDS, SUITS, AND CAUSES OF ACTION OF WHATEVER
NATURE, CHARACTER, OR DESCRIPTION ON ACCOUNT OF PERSONAL
INJURIES, PROPERTY LOSS, OR DAMAGE, OR ANY OTHER KIND OF
INJURY, LOSS, OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING ALL EXPENSES OF LITIGATION,
COURT COSTS, ATTORNEYS' FEES AND EXPERT WITNESS FEES, WHICH
ARISE OR ARE CLAIMED TO ARISE OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH A
BREACH OF THIS AGREEMENT OR THE PERFORMANCE OF THIS
AGREEMENT BY THE SUPPLIER OR RESULTS FROM THE NEGLIGENT ACT,
OMISSION, MISCONDUCT, OR FAULT OF THE SUPPLIER OR ITS EMPLOYEES
OR AGENTS. SUPPLIER MUST, AT ITS OWN EXPENSE, INVESTIGATE ALL
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS, ATTEND TO THEIR SETTLEMENT OR OTHER
DISPOSITION, DEFEND ALL ACTIONS BASED THEREON WITH COUNSEL
SATISFACTORY TO THE CITY ATTORNEY, AND PAY ALL CHARGES OF
ATTORNEYS AND ALL OTHER COSTS AND EXPENSES OF ANY KIND
ARISING OR RESULTING FROM ANY SAID LIABILITY, DAMAGE, LOSS,
CLAIMS, DEMANDS, SUITS, OR ACTIONS. THE INDEMNIFICATION
OBLIGATIONS OF SUPPLIER UNDER THIS SECTION SHALL SURVIVE THE
EXPIRATION OR EARLIER TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT.
Supply Agreement Standard Form Page 4 of 7
Approved as to Legal Form 12/15/17
18. Termination.
(A) The City Manager may terminate this Agreement for Supplier's failure to
perform the work specified in this Agreement or to keep any required insurance
policies in force during the entire term of this Agreement. The Contract
Administrator must give the Supplier written notice of the breach and set out a
reasonable opportunity to cure. If the Supplier has not cured within the cure
period, the City Manager may terminate this Agreement immediately thereafter.
(B) Alternatively, the City Manager may terminate this Agreement for
convenience upon 30 days advance written notice to the Supplier. The City
Manager may also terminate this Agreement upon 24 hours written notice to the
Supplier for failure to pay or provide proof of payment of taxes as set out in this
Agreement.
19. Assignment. No assignment of this Agreement by the Supplier, or of any right or
interest contained herein, is effective unless the City Manager first gives written
consent to such assignment. The performance of this Agreement by the Supplier
is of the essence of this Agreement, and the City Manager's right to withhold
consent to such assignment is within the sole discretion of the City Manager on
any ground whatsoever.
20. Severability. Each provision of this Agreement is considered to be severable and,
if, for any reason, any provision or part of this Agreement is determined to be
invalid and contrary to applicable law, such invalidity shall not impair the
operation of nor affect those portions of this Agreement that are valid, but this
Agreement shall be construed and enforced in all respects as if the invalid or
unenforceable provision or part had been omitted.
21. Order of Precedence. In the event of any conflicts or inconsistencies between this
Agreement, its attachments, and exhibits, such conflicts and inconsistencies will
be resolved by reference to the documents in the following order of priority:
A. this Agreement (excluding attachments and exhibits);
B. its attachments;
C. the bid solicitation document including any addenda (Exhibit 1); then,
D. the Supplier's bid response (Exhibit 2).
22. Certificate of Interested Parties. Supplier agrees to comply with Texas Government
Code Section 2252.908, as it may be amended, and to complete Form 1295
"Certificate of Interested Parties" as part of this Agreement.
23. Verification Regarding Israel. In accordance with Chapter 2270, Texas
Government Code, the City may not enter into a contract with a company for
Supply Agreement Standard Form Page 5 of 7
Approved as to Legal Form 12/15/17
goods or services unless the contract contains a written verification from the
company that it: (1) does not boycott Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during
the term of the contract. The signatory executing this Agreement on behalf of the
Supplier verifies that the company does not boycott Israel and will not boycott
Israel during the term of this Agreement.
24. Governing Law.This Agreement is subject to all federal, State, and local laws, rules,
and regulations. The applicable law for any legal disputes arising out of this
Agreement is the law of the State of Texas, and such form and venue for such
disputes is the appropriate district, county, or justice court in and for Nueces
County, Texas.
25. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the
parties concerning the subject matter of this Agreement and supersedes all prior
negotiations, arrangements, agreements and understandings, either oral or
written, between the parties.
(SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS)
Supply Agreement Standard Form Page 6 of 7
Approved as to Legal Form 12/15/17
SUPPLIE
IMA
Signature: &NAV
)A_k'
Gt—
Printed Name: 1k VMI)1fai
Title: tittiZ.
0 &JQ4 Sit 1116i-
Date:
brDate: L9- '- )
CITY
OF CORPUS CHRISTI
Signature: T'C\
Printed Name: ' v -
Title: \P,r. o .---
Date: Cd/ t ) l $
OF
Attached and Incorporated by Reference: !ATTEST: _ .# /
Attachment A: Scope of Work RE_ECCA HUERTA
Attachment B: Bid/Pricing Schedule CAW SECRETARY
Attachment C: Insurance Requirements
Attachment D: Warranty Requirements
Incorporated by Reference Only:
Exhibit 1 : RFB No. 1696
Exhibit 2: Supplier's Bid Response
R�-•:.i..�i AUI t1 Ku.0
SECRETARv
Supply Agreement Standard Form Page 7 of 7
Attachment A: Scope of Work
SCOPE
This specification details design and materials criteria to afford protection to the
upper and lower body, excluding head, hands, feet, against adverse
environmental effects during structural firefighting. All materials and construction
will meet or exceed NFPA Standard #1971 and OSHA for structural fire fighters
protective clothing.
1. SIZING
In order to ensure that every member of the department can safely perform to
the maximum of their ability without extra bulk and without restriction, Jackets and
Pants shall be available in all sizes and dimensions as follows:
Pants:
Gender: Gender specific Men's and Women's pattern
Waist: Even sizes
Body Shape: Men's: Relaxed and Regular
Note: Relaxed is a fuller cut in the hips and thighs, like
relaxed jeans.
Women's: Relaxed
Inseam: Even sizes
Jackets:
Gender: Gender specific Men's and Women's patterns will be
available.
Chest: Even sizes
Back length: Men's 29", 32", 35", 40"
Women's 26", 29"
Body Shape: Men's: Straight and Tapered
Note: The straight cut offers more fullness at the hips
(i.e.jacket sweep) and is recommended when an IH
Ready trouser is being specified.
Women's: Straight
Sleeve: 1" increments
Jackets and Pants available in only one standard shape will not be acceptable.
A. OUTER SHELL MATERIAL - JACKETS AND PANTS
The outer shell shall be constructed of TENCATE "AGILITYTm with ENFORCETm
technology" Kevlar®/PBO/Nomex® blend material with an approximate
Page 1 of 19
weight of 6.6 oz. per square yard in a twill weave. The shell material must be
treated with SS1TM (SUPER SHELLTITE) which is a durable water-repellent finish
that also enhances abrasion resistance. Color of the garments shall be black
gold or dark gold.
B. THERMAL INSULATING LINER - JACKET AND PANTS
The thermal liner shall be constructed of TENCATE"CALDURA®ELITE SL2i";with
an approximate weight of 7.7 oz. per square yard. This thermal liner consists
of one layer of 1.5 oz. and one layer of 2.3 oz. per square yard Nomex® E-89
spunlaced NomexOO/Kevlar® aramid blend, quilt stitched to a Kevlar®
filament and FR rayon/para-aramid/nylon inherently wicking Caldura®face
cloth. The thermal line shall be attached to the moisture barrier and bound
together by bias-cut neoprene coated cotton/polyester around the
perimeter. This provides superior abrasion resistance to the less expensive,
less durable, "stitch and turn" method. Further mention of "Thermal Line" in
this specification shall refer to this section.
C. MOISTURE BARRIER - JACKETS AND PANTS
The moisture barrier material shall be W.L. GORE CROSSTECH® black moisture
barder-Type 2F,which is comprised of a CROSSTECH®membrane laminated
to a 3.3 ounce per square yard Nomex® IIIA woven pajama check substrate.
The CROSSTECH® membrane is an enhanced bicomponent membrane
comprised of an expanded PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene, for example
Teflon®) matrix having a continuous hydrophilic i.e. water-loving) and
oleophobic i.e. oil-hating) coating that is impregnated into the matrix.
CROSSTECH® moisture barrier seams shall be sealed with GORE-SEAM® tape
using a Series 6000 (or higher) GORE-SEAMTM sealing machine to afford
comparable bacteriophage penetration resistance performance. Further
mention of "Specified Moisture Barrier" in this specification shall refer to this
section.
D. SEALED MOISTURE BARRIER SEAMS
All moisture barrier seams shall be sealed with a minimum one inch wide sealing
tape. One side of the tape shall be coated with a heat activated glue
adhesive. The adhesive side of the tape shall be oriented toward the moisture
barrier seam. The adhesive shall be activated by heat and the sealing tape
shall be applied to the moisture barrier seams by means of pressure exerted by
rollers for that purpose.
E. METHOD OF THERMAL LINER/MOISTURE BARRIER ATTACHMENT FOR JACKETS
AND PANTS
The thermal liner and moisture barrier shall be completely removable from
the jacket shell. A total of six snap fasteners shall secure the thermal
liner/moisture barrier to the outer shell along the length of the neck line under
Page 2 of 19
the top most collar. The top most collar shall be turned under and finished
such that the snaps on the collar will not be able to contact the wearers skin.
Corresponding snaps shall be installed through a moisture barrier leader
measuring an approximate height of 1 .75-2 inches and shall not penetrate
through to the outer shell on the backside of the collar. The remainder of the
thermal liner/moisture barrier shall be secured with snap fasteners
appropriately spaced on each jacket facing and Ara-Shield®snap fasteners
at each sleeve end. There shall be one Ara-Shield® snap tabs at the liner
sleeve end which shall be colored to correspond with color coded snap tabs
on the shell sleeve end for ease of matching the liner system to the outer shell
after inspection or cleaning is completed.
The thermal liners and moisture barrier shall be completely removable from
the pant shell. Nine snap 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 means of Ara-Shield® snap fasteners,
2 per leg. The Ara-Shield® snap tabs on the shell shall be color coded to
corresponding color coded snap tabs in the liner for ease of matching the
liner system to the outer shell after inspection or cleaning is completed. There
shall be no hook and loop used to close the liner access opening.
F. THERMAL PROTECTIVE PERFORMANCE
The assembled garment, consisting of an outer shell, moisture barrier and
thermal liner, shall exhibit a TPP (Thermal Protective Performance) rating of
not less than 35.
G. STITCHING
The outer shell shall be assembled using stitch type #301, #401, #514, and
#516. The thermal liners and moisture barriers shall be assembled using stitch
type #301, #401, #504, #514, and #516. Major A outer shell structural seams
and major B structural liner seams, shall have a minimum of 8 to 10 stitches
per inch. All major A seams shall be sewn with ball point needles only. All
seams shall be continuously stitched only.
2. JACKET CONSTRUCTION
A. BODY
The body of the shell and AXTION® liner system shall be constructed of three
separate panels consisting of two front panels and one back panel. The
body panels shall be shaped so as to provide a tailored fit thereby
enhancing body movement and shall be joined together by double stitching
with Nomex®thread. One-piece outer shells shall not be acceptable.
Page 3 of 19
B. AXTION® BACK
The jacket outer shell shall include inverted pleats to afford enhanced
mobility and freedom of movement in addition to that provided by the
AXTION® sleeves. The outer shell shall have two inverted pleats (one each
side) installed on either side of the back-body panel. The inverted pleats
shall begin at the top of each shoulder and extend vertically down the sides
of the jacket to the hem. Pleats that do not extend to the hem will not be
considered, since they do not provide a true AXTION® back.
The moisture barrier and thermal liner layers shall be designed with darts
corresponding to the added length in the shell provided by the AXTION®
back pleats. The darts are positioned at the shoulder blades, outside of the
SCBA straps and work together with the corresponding outer shell pleats in
the AXTION® back, providing maximum expansion. The moisture barrier
darts will be seam sealed to assure liquid resistance integrity.
C. LOGOS
The garment brand shall be identified by means of red FR Nomex® thread
embroidery on the top of the left collar denoting "GLOBE" as the
manufacturer. There shall be a reflective label specific to the garment style,
measuring 1 inch wide by 4 inches long, installed on the left packet flap.
D. DRAG RESCUE DEVICE (DRD)
A Firefighter Drag Rescue Device (DRD) shall be installed in each jacket. The
ends of a 1 inch wide strap, constructed of Kevlar® shall be sewn together
to form a continuous loop. The strap shall be installed in the jacket between
the line system and outer shell such that when properly installed shall loop
around each arm. The strap shall be accessed through a portal between
the shoulders on the upper back where it is secured in place by an FR strap.
The DRD shall be removable for laundering. The access port shall be covered
by an outside flap of shell material, designed to fit between the shoulder
straps of an SOBA. The flap shall have 3M ScotchliteTM reflective 2 inch Triple
Trim sewn to the outside to clearly identify the feature as the DRD flap. The
DRD shall not extend beyond the outside flap. This device provides a quickly
deployed means of rescuing a downed firefighter. Flimsy, rope-style DRD
straps will not be considered.
E. LINER ACCESS OPENING (JACKET)
The liner system of the jacket shall incorporate an opening at each of the
leading edges of the left and right front panels. This opening shall run a
minimum of 12 inches along the perimeters for the purpose of inspecting the
integrity of the jacket liner system. When installed into the outer shell the Liner
Access Opening will be covered and protected by the overlap of the outer
shell facing.
Page 4 of 19
F. RETROREFLECTIVE FLUORESCENT TRIM
The retroreflective fluorescent trim shall be lime/yellow 3M ScotchliteTM Triple
Trim (L/Y borders with silver center). Each jacket shall have an adequate
amount of retroreflective fluorescent trim affixed to the outside of the outer
shell io meet the requirements of NFPA 1971 and OSHA. The trim shall be in
the following widths and shall be High Visibility (HV) style; 3 inch wide stripes
- around the bottom of the jacket within approximately 1 inch of the hem,
horizontally across the chest area approximately 3 inches below the armpit,
around each sleeve below the elbow, around each sleeve above the
elbow, across the shoulders on the back approximately 71/2 inches below
the neck seam, two vertical stripes on the back (one on each side)
beginning at the top of the bottom band of trim and extending up to the
bottom of the upper band of trim.
G. REINFORCED TRIM STITCHING
All reflective trim is secured to the outer shell with Nomex® thread, using a
locking chainstitch protected by our exclusive TrimTrax®system. Developed
exclusively by Globe Manufacturing Co., LLC. This strip of 3/32 inch strong,
durable, flame resistant black Kevlar® cording provides a bed for the
stitching along each edge of the retroreflective fluorescent trim surface and
affords extra protection for the thread from abrasion. TrimTraxOO has been
proven to be 5 to 7 times more durable than single or even double rows of
stitching, significantly reducing maintenance costs and providing more
value and a longer service life. Two rows of stitching used to attach the trim
in place of the TrimTrax® shall be considered an unacceptable alternative,
since it has been proven that the two rows of stitching have insignificant
impact on wear life. AH trim ends shall be securely sewn into a seam for a
clean finished appearance.
H. SEWN ON RETROREFLECTIVE LETTERING
Each jacket shall have 2" lime/yellow 3M ScotchliteTM lettering on Row
reading: CCFD
Each jacket shall have 2" lime/yellow 3M ScotchliteTM lettering on an HLP
reading: FF LAST NAME
I. HANGING LETTER PATCH (HLP)
The hanging letter patch shall be constructed of a double layer of black
outer shell material. The letter patch will attach to the rear inside hem of the
jacket with a combination of snap fasteners and FR hook & loop fastener
tape.
Page 5 of 19
J. COLLAR B. FREE HANGING THROAT TAB
The collar shall consist of a minimum four-layer construction and be of one-
piece design. There shall be two layers of specified moisture barrier material
sandwiched in between two layers of outer shell fabric (see Moisture Barrier
section). The forward inside ply of moisture barrier shall be sewn to the inside
of the collar along the edges only. The multi-layers configuration shall
provide protection from water and other hazardous elements, while
maintaining thermal protection. The collar shall be a minimum of 3 inches
high and graded to chest size. The leading edges of the collar shall extend
up evenly from the leading edges of the jacket front body panels so that no
gap occurs at the throat area. The collar back layers of outer shell and
moisture barrier shall be joined to the body panels with a minimum of two
rows of stitching. The collar front layers of outer shell and moisture barrier
fabric shall have a series of 6 snap fasteners spaced equidistant to minimize
gaps on lower edge of the collar. The top most collar shall be turned under
and finished such that the snaps on the collar will not be able to contact the
wearer's skin. There shall be 6 corresponding snap fasteners on a moisture
barrier leader, which is sewn to the thermal liner system to engage the snaps
on the collar. The snaps on the thermal liner system leader will be installed
such that they do not penetrate from the outer shell through to the inner
layers. This moisture barrier leader on the thermal line system shall be
sandwiched between the underside of the top collar shell fabric and
moisture barrier material and the bottom collar shell fabric and moisture
barrier material so as to reduce the possibility of liner detachment while
donning and doffing.
The throat tab shall be a scoop type design and constructed of two plies of
outer shell material with two center plies of moisture barrier material. The
throat tab shall measure not less than 3 inches wide at the center tapering
to 2 inches at each end with a total length of approximately 9 inches. The
throat tab will be attached to the right side of the collar by a 1 inch wide by
1 inch long piece of Nomex®twill webbing. The throat tab shall be secured
in the closed and stowed position with FR hook and loop fastener tape. The
FR hook and loop fastener tape shall be oriented to prevent exposure to the
environment when the throat tab is in the closed position. Two 1 '/P inch by 3
inch pieces of FR loop fastener tape shall be sewn vertically to the inside of
each of the throat tab. Corresponding pieces of FR hook fastener tape
measuring 1 inch by 3 inches shall be sewn horizontally to the leading outside
edge of the collar on each side, for attachment and adjustment when in the
closed position and wearing a breathing apparatus mask. In order to
provide a means of storage for the throat tab when not in use, a 1 inch by 3
inch piece of FR hook fastener tape shall be sewn horizontally to the inside
of the throat tab immediately under the 1 '/z inch by 3 inch pieces of FR loop
fastener tape. The collar closure strap shall fold in half for storage with the FR
Page 6 of 19
loop fastener tape engaging the FR hook fastener tape.
A hanger loop constructed of a double layer of outer shell material shall be
sewn to the top of the collar at the center.
K. JACKET FRONT
The jacket shall incorporate separate facings to ensure there is no
interruption in thermal or moisture protection in the front closure area. The
facings shall measure approximately 2 '/z inches wide, extend from collar to
hem, and be double stitched to the underside of the outer shell at the
leading edges of the front body panels. A breathable moisture barrier
material shall be sewn to the jacket facings and configured such that it is
sandwiched between the jacket facing and the inside of the respective
body panel. The breathable film side shall face inward to protect it. There
shall be wicking barrier constructed of Crosstech® 2F moisture barrier
material installed on the front closure system on the left and right side directly
below the front facings to ensure continuous protection and overlap. The
wicking barrier shall extend no more than a maximum of beyond the inner
facing and false facing shall be unacceptable. The thermal liner and
moisture barrier assembly shall be attached to the jacket facings by means
of snap fasteners.
L. STORM FLAP
A rectangular storm flap measuring approximately 3 inches wide and a
minimum of 23 inches long (based on a 32" jacket) shall be centered over
the left and right body panels to ensure there is no interruption in thermal or
moisture protection in the front of the jacket. The outside storm flap shall be
constructed of two plies of outer shell material with a center ply of
breathable moisture barrier material. The outside storm flap shall be double
stitched to the right side body panel and shall be reinforced at the top and
bottom with bar tacks.
M. STORM FLAP AND JACKET FRONT CLOSURE SYSTEM
The jacket shall be closed by means of a 22 inch size #10 heavy duty high-
temp smooth-gliding YKK Vision®zipper on the jacket fronts and FR hook and
loop fastener tape on the storm flap. The teeth of the zipper shall be
mounted on black Nomex® tape and shall be sewn into the respective
jacket fronts. The storm flap shall close over the left and right jacket body
panels and shall be secured with FR hook and loop fastener tape. A 1 Y inch
piece of FR loop fastener tape shall be installed along the leading edge of
the storm flap on the underside with four rows of stitching. A corresponding
1 % inch piece of FR hook fastener tape shall be sewn with four rows of
stitching to the front body panel and positioned to engage the loop fastener
tape when the storm flap is closed over the front of the jacket.
Page 7 of 19
N. CARGO/HANDWARMER EXPANSION (BELLOWS) 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 is at the bottom of the jacket for full
functionality when used with an SCBA. Retroreflective trim shall run over the
bottom of the pockets so as not to 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. The expansion pocket shall be reinforced
with a layer of Kevlar® approximately 5 inches up on the inside pocket. 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 1/2 inch wider than the pocket. The upper pocket corners shall be
reinforced with proven bar tacks and pocket flaps shall be reinforced with
bar tacks. The pocket flaps shall be closed by means of FR hook and loop
fastener tape. Two pieces of 1 '/A inch by 3 inch FR 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.
Additionally, a separate hand warmer pocket compartment will 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.
(32" or shorter length) Retroreflective trim shall run over the bottom of the
pockets so as not to interrupt the trim stripe.
26" length jacket - standard size pockets are not available, expansion
pockets are available in either 2 inch deep by 10 inch wide by 6 inch high or
2 inch deep by 8 inch wide by 6 inches high.
O. AXTION®SLEEVES
The sleeves shall be of two piece construction and contoured, having an
upper and a lower sleeve. Both the under and upper sleeve shall be graded
in proportion to the chest size. For unrestricted movement, on the underside
of each sleeve there shall be two outward facing pleats located on the front
and back portion of the sleeve on the shell and thermal liner. On the
moisture barrier, the system will consist of two darts, rather than pleats, to
allow added length in the under sleeve. The moisture barrier darts will be
seam sealed to assure liquid resistance integrity.
The pleats shall expand in response to upper arm movement and shall fold
in on themselves when the arms are at rest. This expansion shall allow for
greater multi-directional mobility and flexibility in the shoulder and arm areas,
Page 8 of 19
with little restriction or jacket rise. Neither stove-pipe nor raglan-style sleeve
designs will be considered acceptable.
P. SLEEVE CUFF REINFORCEMENTS
The sleeve cuffs shall be reinforced with a layer of black Dragonhide®e
material. The cuff reinforcements shall not be less than 2 inches in width 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. This independent cuff provides an additional
layer of protection as compared to a turned and stitched cuff. Jackets
finished with a turned and stitched cuff do not provide the same level of
abrasion resistance and will be considered unacceptable.
Q. WRISTLETS/ELASTICIZED ADJUSTABLE SLEEVE WELLS
Each jacket shall be equipped with Nomex® hand and wrist guards not less
than 7 inches in length and of 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. The color of the wristlets shall be grey.
The wristlets shall be sewn to the end of the liner sleeves. Flame resistant
neoprene coated cotton/polyester 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 hook and loop fastener tape tab providing
a snug fit at the wrist and covering the knit wristlet. This sleeve well
configuration serves to prevent water and other hazardous elements from
entering the sleeves when the arms are raised. The neoprene 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 Ara-Shield® snap tabs will be sewn into the juncture of the sleeve
well and wristlet. The tabs will be spaced equidistant from each other and
shall be fitted with female snap fasteners to accommodate corresponding
male snaps in the liner sleeves. One of the Ara-Shield® snap tabs shall be a
different color in the liner to correspond with color coded snap tabs for ease
of matching 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.
R. 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
Page 9 of 19
enhancement layers shall be sandwiched between the thermal liner and
moisture barrier layers of the liner system and shall be stitched to the thermal
liner layer only. Finished dimension shall be approximately 5 inches by 8
inches. All edges shall be finished by means of overedging. Raw or
unfinished edges shall be considered unacceptable. Thermal scraps shall
not be substituted for full-cut fabric padding.
S. LINER SHOULDER AND UPPER BACK THERMAL ENHANCEMENT
A minimum of one additional layer of thermal liner material shall be used to
increase thermal insulation in the upper back, front and shoulder area of the
liner system. This full-cut thermal enhancement layer shall drape over the top
of each shoulder extending from the collar to the sleeve/shoulder seam,
down the front approximately 5 inches from the juncture of the collar down
the back to a depth of approximately 5 '/. inches to provide greater CCHR
protection in this high compression area. The upper back, front and shoulder
thermal enhancement layers shall be sandwiched between the thermal liner
and moisture barrier layers of the liner system and shall be stitched to the
thermal liner layer only. The thermal enhancement layer shall have finished
edges by means of overedging. Raw or unfinished edges, shall be
considered unacceptable. Thermal scraps shall not be substituted for full-
cut fabric padding. Smaller CCHR reinforcement shall not be considered
acceptable since they provide far less area of coverage.
T. RADIO POCKET
Each jacket shall have a pocket designed for the storage of a portable
radio. This pocket shall be of box type construction, double stitched to the
jacket and shall have one drainage eyelet in the bottom of the pocket. The
pocket flap shall be constructed of two layers of outer shell material
measuring approximately 3 inches longer than the depth of the pocket and
`/4 inch wider than the pocket. The pocket flap shall be closed by means of
FR hook and loop fastener tape. A 1 1/2 inch by 3 inch piece of FR hook
fastener tape shall be installed on the inside of the pocket flap beginning at
the center of the bottom of the flap. A 1 '/z inch by 3 inch piece of FR loop
fastener tape shall be installed horizontally on the outside of the pocket near
the top center and positioned to engage the hook fastener tape. In
addition, the entire inside of the pocket shall be lined with neoprene coated
cotton/polyester material to ensure that the radio is protected from the
elements. The impermeable barrier material shall also be sandwiched
between the two layers of outer shell material in the pocket flap for added
protection. The radio pocket shall measure approximately 3 inches deep by
3.5 inches wide by 9 inches high and shall be installed on the left chest.
U. MICROPHONE STRAPS
Straps shall be constructed to hold a microphone for a portable radio. They
Page 10 of 19
shall be sewn to the jacket at the ends only and shall be constructed of
double layer outer shell material. The size of the microphone strap shall be 1
inch x 3 inches. The microphone straps shall be mounted in the following
locations:
• 1-Horizontally above the radio pocket
• 1-Horizontally three inches from the top of the storm flap
3. PANT CONSTRUCTION
A. BODY
The body of the shell shall be constructed of four separate body panels
consisting of two front panels. The body panels shall be shaped so as to
provide a tailored fit, thereby enhancing body movement and shall be
joined together by double stitching with Nomex® thread. The body panels
and seam lengths shall be graded to size to assure accurate fit in a broad
range of sizes.
The front body panels will be wider than the rear panels will be wider than
the rear body panels to provide more fullness over the knee area. This is
accomplished by rolling the side leg seams (inside and outside) to the rear
of the pant leg beginning at the knee. The slight taper will prevent premature
wear of the side seams by pushing them back and away from the primary
high abrasion areas encountered on the sides of the lower legs.
B. AXTION®SEAT
The rise of the rear pant center back seam, including gusset if any, from the
top back of the waistband to where it intersects the inside leg seams at the
crotch shall exceed the rise at the front of the pant by 8 inches. The longer
rear center back seam provides added length in the seat for mobility without
restriction when stepping up, kneeling, or crawling and maintains proper
alignment of the knee, without twisting, directly over the knee pads when
kneeling and crawling.
C. LINER ACCESS OPENING (PANT)
The thermal liner and moisture barrier layers of the pant liner system shall be
constructed in such a way as to allow an access opening for interior
inspection, service and replacement. The thermal liner and moisture barrier
layers shall be stitched together for security and prevention of inadvertent
use of one layer without the other. The liner system shall have a
reinforcement of black Nomex® twill material sewn to the bottom of the fly
opening. This reinforcement will serve to prevent the liner from tearing in that
area from the constant donning and doffing of the pants. The liner system
of the pant shall incorporate an opening along the back of The waistline for
ease in inspecting the inner layers and to facilitate performing the complete
Page 11 of 19
Liner Inspection. The thermal liner and moisture barrier shall be individually
bound with a neoprene coated bias cut tape and joined together on each
of the front panels, along the waistband from the front fly opening to side
seam. The back of the liner system will be allowed to remain open with two
snaps on either side of the back seam to attach the moisture barrier layer to
the thermal liner layer. As described previously, the pant thermal layer
system snaps directly to the independent waistband by means of nine snap
fasteners. There shall be no hook and loop used to dose the liner access
opening.
D. RETROREFLECTIVE FLUORESCENT TRIM
The pants shall have a stripe of retroreflective fluorescent trim encircling
each leg below the knee to comply with the requirements of NFPA #1971 in
3 inch lime/yellow 3M ScotchliteTM Triple Trim (L/Y borders with silver center).
The bottom of the trim band shall be located approximately 3" above cuff.
E. REINFORCED TRIM STITCHING
All reflective trim is secured to the outer shell with Nomex® thread, using a
locking chainstitch protected by our exclusive TrimTrax®system. Developed
exclusively by Globe Manufacturing Co., LLC. This strip of 3/32-inch strong,
durable, flame resistant black Kevlar®e cording provides a bed for the
stitching along each edge of the retroreflective fluorescent trim surface and
affords extra protection for the thread from abrasion. TrimTrax®e has been
proven to be 5 to 7 times more durable than single or even double rows of
stitching, significantly reducing maintenance costs and providing more
value and a longer service life. Two rows of stitching used to attach the trim
in place of the TrimTrax® shall be considered an unacceptable alternative,
since it has been proven that the two rows of stitching has insignificant
impact on wear life. All trim ends shall be securely sewn into a seam for a
clean finished appearance.
F. ELASTICIZED WAISTBAND
The pant design facilitates the transfer of the weight of the pant to the hips
instead of shoulders and suspenders. The two rear outer-shell body panels,
beginning at the pant side seams, shall incorporate an elasticized waist
insert, running from the side seam towards the back of the trouser for an
approximate distance of 4 inches. The rear elasticized waist inserts shall be
integral to the shell of the pant and the elasticized portions shall be covered
by the outer shell fabric of the pant.
The waist area of the pants shall be reinforced on the inside with a separate
piece of black aramid outer shell material, cut on the bias (diagonally). The
reinforcement shall be folded in half, for a finished bottom edge and shall
have a finished width of not less than approximately 1 1/2 inches. The top
Page 12 of 19
edge of the waistband reinforcement shall be double stitched to the outer
shell at the top of the pants. The lower edge of the waistband shall be
unattached to the shell to accept the thermal liner and moisture barrier. The
top of the thermal liner and moisture barrier shall be secured to the underside
of the waistband reinforcement by means of nine snaps, spaced equidistant
along the length of the waistband reinforcement. Inserting the liner system
between the waistband reinforcement and outer shell serves to reduce the
possibility of liner detachment while donning and doffing. The independent
waistband construction affords greater comfort and fit than a turned and
stitched method. Pants that do not include an independent waistband or
are not cut on the bias will not provide the same amount of stretch to the
garment and shall be considered unacceptable.
G. 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 % inches wide, with a length graded to
size based on waist measurement and reinforced with back tacks 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 waist, shall be sewn to
the leading edge of the right front body panel.
The underside of the outside fly flap shall have a 1 % inch wide piece of FR
loop fastener tape quadruple stitched full length along the shell material
only; stitching shall not penetrate the moisture barrier insert between the Iwo
shell fabric layers to insure greater thermal protection and reduced water
penetration. A corresponding strip of 1 '% inch wide piece of FR hook fastener
tape shall be quadruple stitched to the outside right front body panel
securing the fly in a closed position.
H. BELT
Each pant shall include an approximate 2 inch wide black aramid belt with
a self-locking hi-temp thermoplastic buckle serving as the exterior primary
positive locking closure. Sizing adjustment shall be provided by means of the
black belting which can be threaded through the male portion of the 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 pant at the side seams and shall run through tunnels
constructed of black 7 '// osy aramid outer shell material, protecting the belt
from damage. The tunnels will begin at the side seams and run to the front
of the pant, terminating at the buckle closure system. A single belt loop
constructed of a double layer of black 7 % osy aramid measuring
Page 13 of 19
approximately 1/2 inch by 3 inches shall be attached to the topside of the
right side tunnel. The belt loop will be located approximately 2 inches from
the tunnel opening for storage of the belt tab.
I. MICROPHONE STRAP
A strap shall be constructed to hold a microphone for a portable radio. It
shall be sewn to the pant at the ends only and shall be constructed of double
layer outer shell material. The size of the microphone strap shall be 1 inch x
3 inches. The microphone strap shall be mounted vertically at the top center
rear of the pant.
J. AXTION® KNEE
The outer shell of the pant legs shall be constructed with horizontal expansion
pleats in the knee area with corresponding darts in the liner to provide
added fullness for increased freedom of movement and maximum flexibility.
The pleats shall be folded to open outwardly towards the side seams to insure
no restriction of movement. The AXTIONOO knee will be installed
proportionate to the pant inseam, in such a manner that it falls in an
anatomically correct knee location.
The thermal liner shall be constructed with four darts per leg in the front of
the knee. Two will be located above the knee (one on each side) and two
will be located below the knee (one on each side). On the moisture barrier,
the system will consist of two darts, rather than pleats, to allow added length
in the under knee. The darts in the liner provide a natural bend at the knee.
The darts in the liner work in conjunction with the expansion panels in the
outer shell to increase freedom of movement when kneeling, crawling,
climbing stairs or ladders, etc.
K. LINER KNEE THERMAL ENHANCEMENT
A minimum of one additional layer of specified thermal liner and one
additional layer of moisture barrier material, measuring a minimum of 9
inches by 11 inches, will be sewn to the knee area of the line, system for
added CCHR protection and increased thermal insulation in this high
compression area. The knee thermal enhancement layers shall be
sandwiched between the thermal liner and moisture barrier layers of the liner
system and shall be stitched to the thermal liner layer only. The thermal
enhancement layer shall have finished edges by means of overedging. Raw
or unfinished edges shall be considered unacceptable. Thermal scraps shall
not be substituted for full-cut fabric padding. Smaller CCHR reinforcement
shall not be considered acceptable since they provide far less area of
coverage.
Page 14 of 19
L. KNEE REINFORCEMENTS
The knee area shall be reinforced with a layer of black DragonhideO
material. The knee reinforcement shall be centered on the leg to insure
proper coverage when bending, kneeling and crawling. The knee
reinforcements shall measure 9 inches wide by 12 inches high and shall be
double stitched to the outside of the outer shell in the knee area for greater
strength and abrasion resistance. The knee reinforcement specified shall be
removable without opening up any seams of the outer shell of the pant. The
knee reinforcement specified shall be removable for replacement without
opening Major A seams of the outer shell of the pant.
M. PADDING UNDER KNEE REINFORCEMENTS
Padding for the knees shall be accomplished with one layer of Silizone®
foam, sandwiched between the thermal liner and moisture barrier.
N. EXPANSION (BELLOWS) POCKETS
An expansion pocket, measuring approximately 2 inches deep by 10 inches
wide by 10 inches high shall be double stitched to the side of each leg
straddling the out seam above the knee and positioned to provide
accessibility. The lower half of each expansion pocket shall be reinforced
with an additional layer of Kevlar® twill material on the inside. Two rust
resistant metal drain eyelets shall be installed on the underside of each
expansion pocket to facilitate drainage of water. 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 'A inch wider
than the pocket. The upper pocket corners shall be reinforced with proven
bar tacks and pocket flaps shall be reinforced with bar tacks. The pocket
flaps shall be closed by means of FR hook and loop fastener tape. Two
pieces of 1 '/3 inch by 3 inch FR hook fastener tape shall be installed vertically
on the inside of each pocket flap (one piece on each end). Two
corresponding pieces of 1 '/z inch by 3 inch FR 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.
O. PANT CUFF REINFORCEMENTS
The cuff area of the pants shall be reinforced with a layer of black
Dragonhide® material. The cuff reinforcement shall not be less than 2 inch
in width 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 a minimum
of two rows of stitching. This independent cuff provides an additional layer
of protection over a hemmed cuff. Pants that are turned and stitched at the
cuff, as opposed to an independent cuff reinforcement, do not provide the
same level of abrasion resistance and shall be considered unacceptable.
Page 15 of 19
P. PADDED RIP-CORD SUSPENDERS & ATTACHMENT
On the inside waistband shall be attachments for the standard "H" style
"Padded Rip-Cord" suspenders. There will be four attachments total-2 front,
2 back. The suspender attachments shall be constructed of a double layer
of black aramid measuring approximately Y inch wide by 3 inches long.
They shall be sewn in a horizontal position on the ends only to form a loop.
The appearance will be much like a horizontal belt loop to capture the
suspender ends.
A pair of "H" style "Padded Rip-Cord" suspenders shall be specially
configured for use with the pants. The main body of the suspenders shall be
constructed of 2 inch wide black webbing straps. The suspenders shall run
over each shoulder to a point approximately shoulder blade high on the
back, where they shall be joined by a 2 inch wide horizontal piece of
webbing measuring approximately 8 inches long, forming the "H". This shall
prevent the suspenders from slipping off the shoulders. The shoulder area of
the suspenders will be padded for comfort by fully encasing the webbing
with aramid batting and wrap-around black aramid.
The rear ends of the suspenders will be sewn to 2-inch wide elasticized
webbing extensions measuring approximately 8 inches in length and
terminating with thermoplastic loops. The forward ends of the suspender
straps shall be equipped with specially configured black powder coat non-
slip metal slides with teeth. Through the metal slides will be the 9 inch lengths
of strap webbing "Rip-Cords" terminating with thermoplastic loops on each
end. Pulling on the "Rip-Cords" shall allow for quick adjustment of the
suspenders.
Threaded through and attached to the thermoplastic loops on the forward
and rear ends of the suspenders will be black aramid suspender attachments
incorporating two snap fasteners. The aramid suspender attachments are to
be threaded through the suspender attachment loops on the inside
waistband of the pants. The aramid suspend attachments will then fold over
and attach to themselves securing the suspender to the pants.
Q. 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
as a result of "walking" on the pant cuffs. Pants that have "cut-outs" in the
back panel rather than a contoured boot cut shall be considered
Page 16 of 19
unacceptable.
4. THIRD PARTY TESTING AND LISTING PROGRAM
All components used in the construction of these garments shall be tested for
compliance to NFPA Standard #1971 by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
Underwriters Laboratories shall certify and list compliance to that standard.
Such certification shall be denoted by the Underwriters Laboratories
certification mark.
5. LABELS
Appropriate warning labels) shall be permanently affixed to each garment.
Additionally, the NFPA certification label shall include the following information:
Compliance to NFPA Standard #1971
Underwriters Laboratories classified mark
Manufacturer's name
Manufacturer's address
Manufacturer's garment identification number
Date of manufacture
Size
6. ISO CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
The protective clothing manufacturer shall be certified and registered to ISO
Standard 9001 to assure a satisfactory level of quality.
7. 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.
8. HOOK AND LOOP SUPPORT PROGRAM
Support program shall cover hook or loop tape that has begun to fray or
otherwise degrade from normal wear. This program shall remain in effect for a
period of five years from the original date of manufacture of the garment. This
support program shall cover the repair or replacement, without charge, of any
hook and/or loop on the garments produced by the manufacturer providing
the garments are otherwise serviceable.
This support program does NOT cover damage from fire, heat, chemicals,
Page 17 of 19
misuse, accident or negligence. Failure to properly care for garments will serve
to void this support program.
9. SIZING BY VENDOR
Both male and female sizing samples shall be available. Measuring with a tape
measure is not acceptable.
10. GARMENT TRAINING AND SUPPORT
OSHA requires employees be trained on the capabilities and limitations of their
Personal Protective Equipment. The selected vendor shah provide the following:
On-site care and maintenance training shall be provided by the manufacturer.
Training shall be in compliance with NFPA 1851, current edition, at the
conclusion of which each participant shall receive a certificate of completion.
An on-site OSHA mandated training class on the Knowing the Limits of Your PPE
shall be provided at no charge. The training shall include structural firefighting
coat, pants and boots.
11. _BAR-CODE/RECORD KEEPING INTERFACE
A 1 dimensional barcode, in the interleaved 2 of 5 format shall be printed on
the label of each separable layer of the garment. This barcode shall represent
the serial number of the garment. The manufacturer shall be able to provide a
detailed list of each asset of a drop-shipped order, and shall include the
following:
• Brand
• Order Number
• Serial Number
• Style Number
• Color
• Description
• Chest/Waist Size
• Jacket/pant length
• Sleeve Length
• Date of Manufacture
• Mark-For Data
Page 16 of 19
This information shall be able to be imported into the manufacturers web-based
system designed to facilitate the organization and tracking of assets in
accordance with the cleaning and inspection requirements of OSHA and NFPA
1851.
12. PPE RECORD KEEPING
The manufacturer shall make available and no-charge, a password protected
data based backed website that does not care whose brand of PPE assets are
being recorded. The website shall have the functionality to allow the
manufacturer to import all of the pertinent data into the deportment's account
so that the initial data entry by fire department personnel is eliminated. The
website shall allow for the department to use a barcode scanner, if desired, to
scan the interleaved 2 of 5 barcode found in the gear b going to the Search
the Serial Number page in PPE record keeping program, and scanning the
asset's barcoded serial number.
13. 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.
14. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
Jackets and pants shall be manufactured in the United States.
Page 19 of 19
c //�/�
- � jg- INDUSTRIES, INC.
Fire Equipment Sales & Service
Providing Protection for those Who Protect Us
since 1950
1920 Rankin Road Suite 155 Houston,Texas 77073
281-443-0999 Office 281-443-0858 Fax
QUOTATION
To: CORPUS CHRISTI FD Ship to: Same
Attn: ADAM GUERRA
Fax: NEW PRICING 2018
E-Mail: adamg@cctexas.com STARTING JULY 1, 2018
VALID FOR 90 DAYS
Date Quoted By Date Expected Ship Via F.O.B. Terms
4/24/18 TERI RUTTER Best Way Shipping Point NET 30
Qty Description Unit Price Total
90 GLO-157570 1,104.66 99,419.40
COAT GX3J/AGILITY PER CORPUS CHRISTI SPEC
90 GLO-257570 814.33 73,289.70
PANT GX3P/AGILITY PER CORPUS CHRISTI
SPEC
PRICES GOOD UNTIL 7/01/19 PER RAYMOND
NO FREIGHT CHARGE IF INVOICE IS PAID
WITHIN 30 DAYS OF RECIEPT
Sub Total $172,709.10
Shipping $1,970.00
TOTAL $174,679.10
TERI RUTTER/SECRETARY-SALES
teri@cascoindustries.com
Attachment C: Insurance Requirements
A. CONTRACTOR'S LIABILITY INSURANCE
1. Contractor must not commence work under this contract until all insurance required
has been obtained and such insurance has been approved by the City. Contractor
must not allow any subcontractor, to commence work until all similar insurance
required of any subcontractor has been obtained.
2. Contractor must furnish to the City's Risk Manager and Fire Chief one (1) copy of
Certificates of Insurance with applicable policy endorsements showing the following
minimum coverage by an insurance company(s) acceptable to the City's Risk
Manager. The City must be listed as an additional insured on the General liability and
Auto Liability policies by endorsement, and a waiver of subrogation endorsement is
required on GL, AL and WC if applicable. Endorsements must be provided with
Certificate of Insurance. Project name and/or number must be listed in Description
Box of Certificate of Insurance.
TYPE OF INSURANCE MINIMUM INSURANCE COVERAGE
30-day advance written notice of Bodily Injury and Property Damage
cancellation, non-renewal, material Per occurrence - aggregate
change or termination required on all
ea+'cates and policies.
COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY $1,000,000 Per Occurrence
including: $1,000,000 Aggregate
1 . Commercial Broad Form
2. Premises- Operations
3. Products/ Completed Operations
4. Contractual Liability
5. Independent Contractors
6. Personal Injury- Advertising Injury
3. In the event of accidents of any kind related to this contract, Contractor must furnish
the Risk Manager with copies of all reports of any accidents within 10 days of the
accident.
B. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1 . Applicable for paid employees, Contractor must obtain workers' compensation
coverage through a licensed insurance company.The coverage must be written on
a policy and endorsements approved by the Texas Department of Insurance. The
workers' compensation coverage provided must be in statutory amounts according
to the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation. An All
States Endorsement shall be required if Contractor is not domiciled in the State of
Texas.
Page 1 of 3
2. Contractor shall obtain and maintain in full force and effect for the duration of this
Contract, and any extension hereof, at Contractor's sole expense, insurance
coverage written on an occurrence basis by companies authorized and admitted
to do business in the State of Texas and with an A.M. Best's rating of no less than A-
VII.
3. Contractor shall be required to submit renewal certificates of insurance throughout
the term of this contract and any extensions within 10 days of the policy expiration
dates. All notices under this Exhibit shall be given to City at the following address:
City of Corpus Christi
Attn: Risk Manager
P.O. Box 9277
Corpus Christi, TX 78469-9277
4. Contractor agrees that, with respect to the above required insurance, all insurance
policies are to contain or be endorsed to contain the following required provisions:
• List the City and its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers, as additional
insureds by endorsement with regard to operations, completed operations, and
activities of or on behalf of the named insured performed under contract with the
City, with the exception of the workers' compensation policy;
• Provide for an endorsement that the "other insurance" clause shall not apply to the
City of Corpus Christi where the City is an additional insured shown on the policy;
• Workers' compensation and employers' liability policies will provide a waiver of
subrogation in favor of the City; and
• Provide thirty (30) calendar days advance written notice directly to City of any,
cancellation, non-renewal, material change or termination in coverage and not less
than ten (10) calendar days advance written notice for nonpayment of premium.
5. Within five (5) calendar days of a cancellation, non-renewal, material change or
termination of coverage, Contractor shall provide a replacement Certificate of
Insurance and applicable endorsements to City. City shall have the option to
suspend Contractor's performance should there be a lapse in coverage at any time
during this contract. Failure to provide and to maintain the required insurance shall
constitute a material breach of this contract.
6. In addition to any other remedies the City may have upon Contractor's failure to
provide and maintain any insurance or policy endorsements to the extent and within
the time herein required, the City shall have the right to order Contractor to stop work
hereunder, and/or withhold any payment(s) which become due to Contractor
hereunder until Contractor demonstrates compliance with the requirements hereof.
Page 2 of 3
7. Nothing herein contained shall be construed as limiting in any way the extent to
which Contractor may be held responsible for payments of damages to persons or
property resulting from Contractor's or its subcontractor's performance of the work
covered under this contract.
8. It is agreed that Contractor's insurance shall be deemed primary and non-
contributory with respect to any insurance or self insurance carried by the City of
Corpus Christi for liability arising out of operations under this contract.
9. It is understood and agreed that the insurance required is in addition to and separate
from any other obligation contained in this contract.
2018 Insurance Requirements
CCFD
Order and Delivery of Firefighting Clothing
05/02/2018 sw Risk Management
Valid Through 12/31/2018
Page 3 of 3
Attachment D: Warranty Requirements
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.
Pagel oft