City of Shreveport
INVITATION FOR BID
Solicitation Form for Commodities
FIREFIGHTERS UNIFORMS AND ACCESSORIES
(IFB) #26-027
INDEX OF BID FORMS
Page Numbers
Invitation for Bid (Do not return with bid)
2
Bid Prices/Signature Page (COS BID FORM #1)
3-6
IF ANY OF THE ABOVE COS BID FORMS ARE OMITTED, THEN YOUR BID MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED
OR ACCEPTED.
INDEX OF REFERENCE ITEMS INCLUDED HEREIN
All information listed below should not be returned with your bid. It shall remain part of the bid by reference
only.
Special Instructions to Bidders
7-11
Adjudicated Property Affidavit
12
Felony Conviction / E-Verify Statement
13
Format for the Return Envelope
14
Specifications
15-23
Exhibit A
1 page
Exhibit B
4 pages
INDEX OF REFERENCE ITEMS NOT INCLUDED HEREIN THAT ARE INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE WITH THE SAME FORCE
AND EFFECT AS IF SET FORTH IN FULL TEXT. SHOULD ANY OF THESE BE IN CONFLICT WITH THOSE LISTED HEREIN, THE
MORE STRINGENT WILL APPLY.
The General Contract Clauses (Section 20), the Standard Instructions/Conditions for Request for Proposals (Section 30) will no longer
be incorporated in solicitations but will be incorporated by reference in the City of Shreveport (hereinafter the City) book of Standard
Solicitation Instructions / Provisions and General Contract Clauses; which are available at www.shreveportla.gov (click on Business, then
on Bids & RFPs). If you do not have a computer, you can use one of the public use computers that are available at the Shreve Memorial
Library or at most library branches.
The Felony Conviction/E-Verify Affidavit must be submitted by the lowest responsive Bidder after the opening.
Revised 01-20-21
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AN INVITATION FOR YOU TO RESPOND WITH A FORMAL SEALED OR ELECTRONIC BID
DATES ADVERTISED:
APRIL 24,2026
May 01,2026
Date Posted: APRIL 24, 2026
DO NOT RETURN THIS PAGE-FAXED OR EMAILED BIDS NOT ACCEPTED
INVITATION FOR BID (IFB)
City of Shreveport
Renee Anderson, Purchasing Agent
MBA, CPPO, CPPB, NIGP-CPP
BIDS MUST BE DELIVERED TO:
City of Shreveport
Office of the Purchasing Agent
Government Plaza-Suite 610
505 Travis Street
Shreveport, LA 71101-3042
OR GO TO
BIDNETDIRECT.COM TO SEND
ELECTRONIC BID
BID MUST BE RECEIVED NOT LATER THAN 2:00 P.M. ON:
May 19, 2026
THEN PUBLICLY OPENED
THIS IS NOT AN ORDER
Bid Number
IFB # 26-027
BID TITLE:
FIREFIGHTERS UNIFORMS AND ACCESSORIES
PREBID CONFERENCE: N/A
EMAIL QUESTIONS TO: ashley.germany@shreveportla.gov
7 working days before the opening or fax to: 318-673-5408
BID BOND IS NOT REQUIRED.
Estimated Expenditure: $300,000.00
Bids received after the time specified for opening cannot be considered for an award.
COMMODITY BIDS
For paper bids, if you do not provide all of the required COS Bid Forms or the information required on the bid forms, then your
bid may be declared as non-responsive. The bid forms are clearly identified as COS Bid Form #1, 2 & etc. near the top right of
the page. If you have any questions, please call Renee Anderson at 318-673-5450.
ELECTRONIC BIDS/BID NOTICES
The City of Shreveport listing of current bids are posted on BidNetDirect.com. To view the general bid information and receive
bid notices by email, register with BidNetDirect. Registration is free. Vendors/Contractors have the option to submit bids &
bid bonds, electronically or by paper copy. Solicitation documents are also available at www.shreveportla.gov/Solicitations.
BidNetDirect. shall be the official source for bid documents.
To register please go to: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/public/user-registration. If you need help registering or with training or
completing an e-bid, please call 800-835-4603, Option 2 or email support@bidnet.com. To request copies of bids by e-mail,
send your request to ashley.germany@shreveportla.gov.
The City of Shreveport reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive minor informalities.
Important- If you consider the specifications as restrictive or have a problem with this document please contact
the Purchasing Agent at least five days before the bid opening at (318) 673-5450
Revised 01-20-21
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BID PRICES/SIGNATURE PAGE
(RETURN ONE ORIGINAL AND ONE COPY WITH YOUR BID)
COS BID FORM #1
I agree to furnish all items for the prices as listed below in accordance with all the specifications, terms and conditions listed
herein, or with exceptions as listed on the deviation page.
IFB 26-027 Bid Title:
ITEM
#
QUANTITY
Firefighters Uniforms and Accessories
DESCRIPTION
1
200
5.11 Tactical Pant or Approved Equivalent
2
100
5.11 Stryke Pant or Approved Equivalent
3
200
5.11 Tactical EMS Pant or Approved Equivalent
4
20
Women’s Fechheimer Dress Skirt or Approved Equivalent
5
100
Fechheimer Dress Trousers or Approved Equivalent
6
400
5.11 Tactlite Pro Short Sleeve Shirt or Approved Equivalent
7
400
5.11 Tactlite Pro Long Sleeve Shirt or Approved Equivalent
8
100
Southeastern Dress Shirt Short Sleeve
9
100
Southeastern Dress Shirt Long Sleeve
10
50
EVT Red Cap Work Shirt ST 52NV
11
50
EVT Red Cap Word Shirt ST 62NV
12
100
5.11 Pullover ¼ Zip Work shirt or Approved Equivalent
13
30
Gildan 2500 Mock Turtleneck
14
100
Gym Shorts or Approved Equivalent
15
30
Bayly 970700 Chief Officers Dress Cap
16
30
Bayly 971421 Captain Officers Dress
17
30
Bayly 971420 Engineers and Firefighter Dress Cap
18
100
Ball Cap
19
20
Stratton Fur Cap
20
20
5.11 Stocking Style Beanie Cap or Approved Equivalent
(Black)
21
20
Dutyman 1411 Belt or Approved Equivalent
22
20
Dutyman 1611 Belt or Approved Equivalent
23
20
Dutyman 1211U Belt or Approved Equivalent
24
20
5.11 Trainer Belt or Approved Equivalent
25
20
Sam Broome Tie 90016 or Approved Equivalent
26
20
Sam Broome Tie 90049 or Approved Equivalent
UNIT PRICE
(B)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
TOTAL PRICE
(C)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
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BID PRICES/SIGNATURE PAGE
(RETURN ONE ORIGINAL AND ONE COPY WITH YOUR BID)
COS BID FORM #1
I agree to furnish all items for the prices as listed below in accordance with all the specifications, terms and conditions listed
herein, or with exceptions as listed on the deviation page.
IFB 26-027 Bid Title:
ITEM
#
QUANTITY
Firefighters Uniforms and Accessories
DESCRIPTION
27
20
Sam Broome Tie 90081 or Approved Equivalent
28
20
Sam Broome Tie 90099 or Approved Equivalent
29
20
Sam Broome Tie 90156 or Approved Equivalent
30
30
Class A Fechheimer Dress Coat 38803 or Approved
Equivalent
31
100
5.11 Straight Fit ABR Pro Pants or Approved Equivalent
32
10
EVT Red Cap Work Jacket JT22NV or Approved Equivalent
33
20
Men’s Dress Shoes Bates 1301 or Approved Equivalent
34
20
Women’s Work Shoes 234 or Approved Equivalent
35
20
Women’s Dress Shoes Bates 752 or Approved Equivalent
36
20
Justin Work Boots 4763 or Approved Equivalent
37
20
Men’s Work Boots Wellington 6300 or Approved Equivalent
38
20
Rocky 2090 Boot or Approved Equivalent
39
20
Thorogood 834-6211 Boot or Approved Equivalent
40
20
Bates 8” Side Zip 2261 or Approved Equivalent
41
20
Rocky Waterproof Boot 2149 or Approved Equivalent
42
20
Justin Dress/Work Boot 3170 or Approved Equivalent
43
20
Bate Lites Padded Chukka 78 or Approved Equivalent
44
20
Longevity Indication
UNIT PRICE
(B)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
TOTAL PRICE
(C)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
45
30
Tultex White Long Sleeve T-shirt or Approved Equivalent
$
$
46
100
Tultex White Short Sleeve T-Shirt or Approved Equivalent
$
$
47
100
Tultex Navy Long Sleeve T-Shirt or Approved Equivalent
$
$
48
100
Tultex Navy Short Sleeve T-Shirt or Approved Equivalent
$
$
49
100
Tultex Navy Short Sleeve Crewneck T-Shirt 35%/65% Blend $
$
50
20
Jerzee 975MPR Sweatpants or Approved Equivalent
$
$
51
40
Jerzee Sweatshirt 562 or Approved Equivalent
$
$
52
40
Jerzee 974MPR Sweatpants or Approved Equivalent
$
$
53
40
Blackinton Name Tag
$
$
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BID PRICES/SIGNATURE PAGE
(RETURN ONE ORIGINAL AND ONE COPY WITH YOUR BID)
COS BID FORM #1
I agree to furnish all items for the prices as listed below in accordance with all the specifications, terms and conditions listed
herein, or with exceptions as listed on the deviation page.
IFB 26-027 Bid Title:
ITEM
#
QUANTITY
54
40
Firefighters Uniforms and Accessories
DESCRIPTION
Blackinton “Serving Since “Bar
55
20
Blackinton Tie Tack or Clasp
56
20
Blackinton Collar Brass
57
50
Port Authority Duffel Bag or Approved Equivalent
58
50
Bunker Gear Bag or Approved Equivalent
59
100
5.11 Responder Parka 2.0 or Approved Equivalent
60
50
Gym Shorts Sport-TEK ST485 or Approved Equivalent
61
50
Gym Shorts Sport-TEK ST349P or Approved Equivalent
62
50
5.11 Ridge Pant or Approved Equivalent
63
50
5.11 Station Jacket or Approved Equivalent
64
25
Printed Garment Bag or Approved Equivalent
65
100
5.11 Tactical Fleece 2.0 or Approved Equivalent
66
50
Hero’s Pride Embroidered Collar Insigniamet., 1” Circle
UNIT PRICE
(B)
$
TOTAL PRICE
(C)
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
GRAND TOTAL: $
The owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids that are incomplete or do not meet the requirements of
these specifications. It is the bidder’s responsibility to provide adequate information, with their bid, necessary for
the complete evaluation of their proposed equipment. The owner shall be the sole judge as to the equality 0of
any alternate manufacturer’s offering.
**EXHIBIT A-REQUEST FOR EQUIVALENT APPROVAL-MUST BE TURNED IN VIA EMAIL TO
ashley.germany@shreveportla.gov, By 2:00 p.m. May 12, 2026.”
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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.