Opportunity
Wisconsin eSupplier #510668
WisDOT Solicits Manufacturer for Hearing Protection Devices for Public Safety Agencies
Posted
October 04, 2023
Respond By
July 28, 2026
Identifier
510668
NAICS
339113
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is seeking a manufacturer to supply and administer hearing protection devices for law enforcement and fire protection agencies statewide. - Government Buyer: - Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) - Products/Services Requested: - Commercially available, reusable hearing protection devices - Must fit completely within the ear canal - Minimum noise reduction rating (NRR) of 25 decibels - Maximum output of 80 decibels - Intended for law enforcement and fire protection agencies - Distribution and Pricing Requirements: - State law enforcement agencies: unlimited quantity at no charge - Other law enforcement/fire agencies: up to 20% of personnel count or 10 devices (whichever is fewer) at no charge - Additional devices for these agencies or other agencies: available at 50% of cost - Manufacturer responsible for administering ordering, verification, invoicing, and reporting - Notable Requirements: - Manufacturer must manage the distribution program in accordance with statutory requirements - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Contract Details: - Initial term is two years, with possible extensions - Fixed pricing for contract period; 90-day price validity from proposal due date
Description
The State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation is seeking to establish a contract with a manufacturer for hearing protection devices intended for law enforcement and fire protection agencies throughout Wisconsin. The devices must be reusable, fit completely within the ear canal, have a minimum noise reduction rating of 25 decibels, and a maximum output of 80 decibels. Distribution terms vary by agency type, with state law enforcement agencies receiving devices at no charge in any quantity requested, other law enforcement or fire agencies receiving devices at no charge up to 20% of personnel or 10 devices, whichever is fewer, and other agencies purchasing devices at 50% of the cost. Proposals are due by July 28, 2026, and must be submitted through the Wisconsin Electronic eSupplier system.