Iowa City Community School District Bidopportunities #005-RFB-2832-2026

Iowa DNR Solicits Water Rescue Equipment and Law Enforcement PFDs

The State of Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for a range of water rescue equipment and personal protective gear for use by law enforcement and emergency responders. - Government Buyer: - State of Iowa, Department of Natural Resources - Products Requested: - Inflatable Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs): 125 units - USCG Type II rated, 40 lb buoyancy, designed for use over law enforcement body armor, automatic inflator, molle attachment points, body-camera compatible, black or green, universal or M-2XL sizing - High-Buoyancy Inherently-Buoyant PFDs: 10 units - USCG approved, supports 20 lb additional gear, designed for law enforcement body armor and duty belt, molle attachment points, body-camera compatible, black or green, M-2XL sizing - Kayak-Style Inherently-Buoyant PFDs: 125 units - USCG approved, for swimming/paddling, molle attachment points, body-camera compatible, black or green, M-2XL sizing - Float Coat/Bomber Jacket PFDs: 100 units - USCG approved for marine, snowmobile, ATV, and ice patrol, molle attachment points, body-camera compatible, black or green, M-2XL sizing - Flotation Bibs: 12 units - For marine and snowmobile patrol, ATV settings, black or green, M-2XL sizing - Ice-Rescue Suits: 3 units - Nylon construction, for cold water and immersion, bright yellow or orange, M-2XL sizing - Emergency Throw-Bags: 25 units - Polypropylene rope (50-75 ft), quick-drying mesh bag, bright yellow or orange - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All PFDs must be USCG approved and compatible with law enforcement body armor and body cameras - Molle attachment points, microphone loops, accessory pockets, and identification panels required - Specific color and sizing requirements for visibility and uniformity - No minimum order quantities; samples may be requested for evaluation - Responsive customer service and order processing required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation, but well-known manufacturers of water rescue and law enforcement gear are likely to compete.

Description

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is soliciting bids for Water Rescue Equipment and Supplies, including Personal Water Protective Gear and Flotation Devices. These items are intended for use in marine law enforcement, water training, and rescue events. The contract will be available to all State Agencies and Political Subdivisions. The contract term is from July 28, 2026, to July 27, 2027, with an option for up to five annual renewals.

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