When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due December 1, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 17, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by City of Pittsburgh. The work is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.

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Overview

Public Safety, Security & Fire

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United StatesPosted: October 19, 2026Deadline: December 1, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of Pittsburgh is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide Firefighter Personal Escape Safety Systems and associated training services for the Bureau of Fire.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must provide Fire Innovations brand equipment as specified
Must provide on-site training in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Must include individualized serial numbering and date of manufacture on system components
Must provide instructor biography and qualifications
Must provide detailed course descriptions including hours of instruction and student-to-instructor ratios
Must demonstrate good faith effort to solicit certified MBE/WBE/Veteran-Owned companies
Must comply with Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances regarding prevailing wages
Must comply with Section 161.16A of the Pittsburgh City Code regarding equal employment opportunity for persons previously convicted

BUDGET

Estimate

$150,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

48 months

TIMELINE

RFP Released: October 19, 2026

Pre-Proposal Meeting: November 3rd, 2026

Question Submission Deadline: November 17th, 2026

Proposal Submission Deadline: December 1st, 2026

Proposal Review and Supplier Scoring: December 2026

Contract Award: December 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

November 17, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City of Pittsburgh

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DESCRIPTION

The City of Pittsburgh is soliciting proposals for a multi-year contract of at least four years to provide Firefighter Personal Escape Safety Systems and training services for the Bureau of Fire. The required equipment includes descent devices, personal escape ropes, anchor hooks, pouches, belts, and carabiners. Training services include train-the-trainer sessions for 20 instructors, end-user training, and repair/component replacement training for 6 repair personnel.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due December 1, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 17, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City of Pittsburgh. The work is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States.

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