Douglas County Ionwave #CI-2026-0054

City of Omaha Seeks Operational Testing Services for Fire Truck and Aerial Bucket Truck Fleets

This opportunity involves the City of Omaha seeking operational testing services for its fleet of aerial devices. - Government Buyer: - City of Omaha, managed by Douglas County Purchasing and the Fleet Management Division - Scope of Services: - Operational testing and comprehensive inspection of: - 16 fire trucks (aerial devices) - 36 aerial bucket trucks - Services must include: - Visual, functional, and load tests - Nondestructive testing (NDT) methods: ultrasonic, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, dielectric, and acoustic emission inspections - Hydraulic and water system tests - Certification issuance and detailed reporting with photographic evidence of defects - Compliance & Standards: - All work must comply with NFPA 1911 (2012), OSHA, ANSI, ASTM, ASNT, AWS, and SAE standards - Inspectors must hold Level II certification per ASNT CP-189/ASNT-TC-1A and have relevant training - Bidders must be nationally recognized testing laboratories (NRTL) recognized by OSHA - Bidders must not be manufacturers or repairers of aerial equipment - Vendor Requirements: - Proof of liability insurance - Responsible Contractor Compliance Form - Employee Classification Act affidavit - Blank copy of test report - References from fire departments and aerial apparatus manufacturers - Contract Structure: - Initial term of one year, with up to five one-year extensions possible - Annual price increases may be proposed and must be justified - Place of Performance: - All work to be performed at the City of Omaha Fleet Management Facility, Omaha, NE - OEMs: - No specific OEMs are named; bidders must have experience with fire departments and aerial apparatus manufacturers - Unique Requirements: - Bidders must be independent (not manufacturers or repairers) - Technicians must have specific NDT certifications - Detailed, standards-based inspection and reporting required - Opportunity is open to multiple bidders

Description

The City of Omaha is soliciting quotes for operational testing services of aerial devices, including fire trucks and aerial bucket trucks. The scope includes comprehensive inspections and tests in compliance with NFPA 1911 standards, performed by certified technicians. The contract term is one year with the possibility of five one-year extensions, and bidders must provide proof of certification, insurance, and compliance with various labor and safety regulations. The solicitation requires submission of detailed bid documents and adherence to specified testing and reporting standards.

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