# Cleveland ITB #RFB 6003 202600000000520

80 NFPA-compliant turnout hoods for Cleveland fire cadets

**Posted:** October 09, 2026
**Respond By:** October 16, 2026
**Identifier:** RFB 6003 202600000000520
**NAICS:** 315280

The City of Cleveland is seeking 80 NFPA-compliant turnout hoods for cadets for its Safety Fire Storeroom.
- **Government buyer:** City of Cleveland, Division of Purchases & Supplies; contact: Lauren Drake.
- **Requested product:** 80 structural firefighting turnout hoods; no manufacturer, OEM, or product part number is specified.
- **Key requirements:** Meet NFPA 1970-2025 and provide full head, neck, and shoulder/chest coverage; flame-resistant construction; and a particulate-blocking barrier with at least 90% filtration efficiency for particles from 0.1 to 1.0 μm.
- **Performance and compliance:** Hoods must meet stated thermal, breathability, durability, conditioning, and other performance specifications; be independently certified; and have permanent manufacturer, model, standard-edition, size, and care labels. PFAS restrictions and contaminant-removal reporting also apply.
- **Named certification examples:** UL Solutions and SEI are identified as examples of independent certifiers, not as required manufacturers or suppliers.
- **Other procurement requirements:** Include shipping and handling in the quoted price and deliver FOB to the designated location. The specification references C of C 84-122.
- **Performance period:** A fixed period is indicated, with no option years or annual subscription stated; specific dates are omitted.

### Description

The City of Cleveland is soliciting bids for 80 turnout gear hoods for cadets. The hoods must meet the provided specifications, including NFPA 1970-2025 requirements for structural firefighting hoods, particulate protection, performance, durability, and certification. Shipping and handling must be included in the quoted cost. Bids are due October 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

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