The purpose of this Invitation for Bids (IFB) is to seek competitive bids from qualified vendors to furnish Protective Clothing for Structural Firefighting on an “as needed” basis if and when ordered by the North Carolina Department of Insurance, Office of State Fire Marshal (OFSM). The goods will be used by the OFSM staff during training and emergency response to facilitate rescue operations as well as training. The North Carolina State Fire Marshal's Office (OSFM) is responsible for the protection of the lives and property of North Carolina residents and emergency responders by delivering comprehensive risk reduction programs, high-quality fire and rescue education and training, engineering and code enforcement, fire investigations, and emergency response coordination.
