2519432-Grant-N-20-163-Cert Backpack-Uasi 23

Background
The County of Los Angeles is issuing a Request for Bid (RFB-IS-25201010) for the procurement of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training kits. The goal of this contract is to provide essential emergency preparedness equipment to support community safety and response efforts. This initiative aligns with the County's mission to enhance public safety and emergency readiness.

Work Details
The contract requires the delivery of 1,100 CERT training kits, each containing 16 specified items packed inside a CERT backpack. The backpack must meet specific dimensions, weight, color, and material requirements, including a CERT logo.

The items included in each kit are:
1. Backpack (Dark Green, 600-Denier nylon fabric)
2. Hard Hat (Green, with reflective CERT labels)
3. Safety Vest (Green with yellow stripes and reflective tape)
4. Splash Guard Goggles (Clear with black strap)
5. LED Flashlight (Yellow and Black, minimum 65 lumens)
6. Double Palm Leather Gloves (Large size)
7. 3-Ply Surgical Face Mask (Blue and White)
8. Emergency Blanket (Metallic, size 84”L x 52”W or bigger)
9. Plastic Whistle with Lanyard
10. Safety Snap Light Stick (Yellow or Green, approximately 6” long)
11. Duct Tape (Grey, size 1.88” x 10 yards)
12. Protective Face Shield (9” x 7.5”)
13. Nitrile Disposable Gloves (2 pairs, Large size)
14. Crescent Wrench (10 inch)
15. Knuckle Bandages (12 count)
16. Assorted Bandages (20 pack). All items must be delivered within 90 days of purchase order issuance.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this contract is expected to begin upon issuance of the purchase order and must be completed within 90 days.

Place of Performance
The geographic location for the delivery of the products is not explicitly stated but will likely be within Los Angeles County.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding procurement processes and product specifications. Additionally, bidders are encouraged to subcontract portions of the work to certified Small Business Enterprises (SBE), Local Small Business Enterprises (LSBE), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE), Social Enterprises (SE), and Community Business Enterprises (CBE).