Opportunity
Wisconsin eSupplier #14089
Wisconsin Solicitation for Hearing Protection Devices for Law Enforcement and Fire Agencies
Posted
October 01, 2023
Respond By
July 28, 2026
Identifier
14089
NAICS
339113
This opportunity is for manufacturers to supply hearing protection devices to law enforcement and fire protection agencies in Wisconsin. - Government Buyer: - Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WI DOT) - Products/Services Requested: - Hearing protection devices - Must be designed for multiple uses - Insert completely within the ear canal - Minimum noise reduction rating (NRR) of 25 decibels - Maximum output of 80 decibels - Quantities and Distribution: - State law enforcement agencies: may request any number of devices at no charge - Other law enforcement/fire agencies: may receive devices at no charge for up to 20% of officers/firefighters or 10 devices (whichever is fewer) - Additional devices may be purchased at 50% of the cost - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Devices must be suitable for repeated use and fit entirely within the ear canal - Strict performance requirements for noise reduction and output - Distribution model includes both free and discounted device allocations for agencies
Description
This solicitation seeks to establish a contract with a manufacturer for hearing protection devices intended for law enforcement and fire protection agencies throughout the state of Wisconsin. The devices must be designed for multiple uses, fit completely within the ear canal, have a minimum noise reduction rating of 25 decibels, and a maximum output of 80 decibels. The contract includes provisions for providing devices at no charge or at a reduced cost depending on the agency type and quantity requested. The solicitation is managed by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and responses are due by July 28, 2026.