Proposal 08-2014 - Firefighter Turnout Gear - APPENDIX A

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Appendix A

THUNDER BAY FIRE RESCUE SERVICE

FIRE FIGHTER TURNOUT GEAR SPECIFICATIONS

FOR STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTING (2014 - 2015)

ALL MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION MUST MEET OR EXCEED THE CURRENT N.F.P.A.

1971 - 2013 EDITION AND OSHA STANDARD FOR STRUCTURAL FIREFIGHTERS PROTECTIVE

CLOTHING.

SCOPE

The purpose of the clothing is to provide protection during structural fire fighting operations where there is a threat

of fire or when certain physical hazards are likely to be encountered, such as during non-fire-related rescue

operations, emergency medical operations, and victim extrication.

RESPONSE CODE: The bidder shall respond to each clause in the Specifications marked by brackets, ie. ( )

using the codes below:

C Proposed Bunker Suit complies with requirement.X Proposed Bunker Suit does not comply with the requirement.

A Proposed alternative to requirement.

If the bidder responds to any requirement using code A, a brief description of the alternative must be detailed.

Failure to respond to a clause of the specification will be interpreted as response code X (does not comply).

Each page shall be initialled in the bottom right hand corner by the proponent.

GENERAL

MATERIALS:All fabrics and components used in the jacket and/or pants of the bunker suit shall conform to the

following specifications and shall meet or exceed the performance requirements of NFPA 1971-2013 Edition.

( )

TOLERANCES:Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of oz/yd ( 17 g/m) shall apply where material

weights are specified, and a tolerance of ( 13 mm) shall apply where dimensions are specified. Wheremeasures are given as approximately, tolerances shall be in accordance with good manufacturing practices and in

proportion to the dimensions stated.( )

OUTER SHELL MATERIAL

The outer shell material shall be a maximum 7.5 oz. (60% Kevlar/40 % Nomex blend) or PBI/Kevlar blend. It

shall be tan - kaki in colour and designed to be water repellent.

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MOISTURE BARRIER MATERIAL (SEALED)

This material must be waterproof and semi-permeable (breathable) and bonded to a woven Nomex/Kelvar

fabric, or E-89 aramid spunlace fabric - maximum 5 oz.

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THERMAL INSULATING LINER MATERIAL

This material must be multi-filament Nomex, or Caldura filament Nomex/Nomex--blended face cloth sewn to

aramid, needled non-woven Kevlar quilt - maximum 7.85 oz. * A 7.5 x 9 pocket constructed of self materialand lined with moisture barrier material shall be affixed to the inside of the coat thermal liner on the left side by

means of lock stitch.( )

THERMAL PROTECTIVE PERFORMANCE

The assembled garment, coats/pants consisting of an outer shell, moisture barrier, and thermal liner shall exhibit

a TPP - Thermal Protective Performance rating of not less than 35. List rating for garments submitted.

( ) _______________TPP Rating

SEAMS

All seams on the moisture barrier must meet or exceed the current seam seal tests incorporated by NFPA 1971-

2013.

Detail the process used for sealing seems.( )

STITCHING

All major seems must be joined with three rows of lock stitch sewing with a full fell finish. Two rows of lock

stitch sewing can be used on all edges for all hook and loops as well as on all reflective trim. High density bar-

tacks are to be included on all stress points.( )

REINFORCEMENT MATERIAL TWO TYPES

Arashield (gray) reinforcement material to be sewn onto the knees. Outer shell reinforcing will be placed on the shoulders and elbows. Arashield reinforcement material to be sewn onto wrist cuffs, ankle cuffs, and onto the lower inside

leg or the kick shield.( )

PADDING MATERIAL

NFPA 1971-2013 compliant or better describe areas and process for padding.

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HOOK AND LOOP FASTENERS

Must be flame resistant treated to ensure the highest performance available. Detail specs and attachment

process.

( )

FIRE FIGHTER TURNOUT COATS

The coat must be a tan - kaki colour, 32 inch model with a minimum 12 overlap between the bottom of thecoat liner and the top of the pant liner. It must have zinc coated hook snap and D ring front closures attached

with rivets and a full length neoprene drainage channel beside the closures, combined with a 5.5 wide fullvelcro storm flap closure and a completely removable liner. The coat must have a Canadian flag (Nomex) sewn

on left shoulder.

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COLLAR

The coat collar shall be constructed to a minimum of the NFPA 1971-2013 standard and shall be designed tointerface with the wearing of hoods and helmet liners providing the utmost in protection without hindering

firefighter mobility nor the wearing of SCBA. Proponent to detail construction specs of collar (ie. Height, list oflayers from inside out, fastening system and other components or benefits).

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SLEEVESThe coat shall have tailored 2 panel sleeves shaped like the natural bend of the human arm/curved to allow forbetter mobility and natural arm bending and shall have underarm gussets built into all three layers of material inorder to allow for reaching with minimum coat rise.

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WRISTLETS/CUFFS

Wristlets made from waterproof neoprene and elasticized at the ends to fit snugly and comfortably around thewrist shall be sewn to the outer shell to form a well with neoprene lining on the inner sleeve and should be

complete with drainage eyelets located at the bottom of the wells.

The inner cuff shall be 6.5 long and made of knitted Kevlar or comparable material to provide protection to

the wrist and upper hand area and shall include a thumb hole which is double knit reinforced (no neoprene). The

knitted cuff shall be sewn directly to the liner eliminating any gap between the cuff and liner. The end of the

shell sleeve shall be reinforced with Arashield.( )

POCKETSThere shall be 2 front pockets 9 wide by 9.5 high by 2 deep bellows style. They shall have a 3 rectangular

flap with full 2 velcro closure, a minimum of 2 drainage eyelets at the bottom, the lower half of each shall bereinforced with an additional layer of outer shell material and be complete with a layer of neoprene between the

layers of shell material on the flaps to provide an added moisture barrier.

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HOSE KEYA 3.5 by 2.5 patch of double layer outer shell material in the form of a flap shall be sewn inside at the centre

top of the left lower coat pocket and shall have affixed to it a hook snap to accommodate the ring of a jackknifetype folding hose key. The hook snap shall be riveted to the patch which shall be leather reinforced.

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MEDICAL GLOVESPOCKETA 4 by 3 medical glove pocket with a flap shall be incorporated into the top front of the right side coat pocket

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RADIO POCKETEach coat front upper left breast area shall have a 2.25 deep by 3.75 wide by6.75 high, expansion portable

radio pocket double stitched to it.

The pocket shall be located as close as possible to the coat centre so as not to interfere with SCBA harness andshall have a 3.75 by 4.75 rectangular shaped flap constructed of 2 layers of outer shell material. The upper

pocket corners and flap corners shall be reinforced. The pocket flap shall have a 2 by 3 velcro closure and

shall incorporate a radio antennae slot at the left rear of the pocket. Two rust resistant metal drain eyelets shallbe installed in the bottom of each pocket. There shall also be 4 rust resistant eyelets installed in an arrangement

on the front of the pocket at a point 0.5 below the bottom edge of the closure flap to facilitate receipt of radio

communications.( )

COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT LOOPA radio remote speaker/microphone attaching loop made of outer shell material shall be attached at aconvenient location just above the radio pocket.

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FLASHLIGHT ATTACHMENT OPTIONSA flashlight clip and loop (made out of outer shell material) shall be attached at a convenient location on the

opposite side of the radio pocket. This will be determined at build to facilitate type of flashlight chosen bydepartment. (Snap hook located above the Flashlight Velcro loop)

NOTE * Left-handed Firefighters shall have the option of ordering the coat with the radio pocket andcommunication equipment loop on the right breast.

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RETROREFLECTIVE FLUORESCENT TRIMThe latest NFPA 1971-2013 compliant materials and attachment process using a minimum of two rows of lock

stitch.

Placement and total area of trim application must meet or exceed current NFPA requirements. If trimapplication meets radio or cargo pockets, such trim must also be sewn on pockets so as not to interfere with suit

trim pattern.

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DRAG RESCUE DEVICE (DRD)As per NFPA 1971-2013 standards.( )

INSPECTION PORTThere must be an inspection port in the coat/liner. Proponent to describe size and location of port.

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FIRE FIGHTER TURNOUT PANTSMust be tan kaki colour, manufactured to the identical construction specifications of the coat and be the highwaist type compatible with the 32 coat providing a minimum 12 overlap between the bottom of the coat liner

and the top of the pant liner.

The thermal/moisture barrier liner must be completely removable from the outer shell but shall ensure the

wearer secure attachment while worn.A front outer and inner fly flap of the same size must provide a complete seal and shall be of an appropriate

length dependent on pant size and shall be secured with full 2 hook and loop (Velcro) material. The waist size

shall be adjustable via sturdy composition quick adjust fasteners and side straps made of outer shell material.

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REINFORCEMENT & MATERIALSPadding and materials- see page 1 and 2

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POCKETS9 by 9 full bellows pockets complete with 3 flap shall be suitably located on each thigh area. They shallinclude full-length 3 velcro on the flap and 2 on the pocket closure. The flap construction shall include a

centre layer of neoprene to provide a moisture barrier for pocket contents. The lower half of pockets shall be

reinforced inside with outer shell material and there shall be two water drainage eyelets at the bottom.( )


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RETRO-REFLECTIVE FLUORESCENT TRIMThe latest NFPA 1971-2013 compliant materials and attachment process using a minimum of two rows of lock

stitch.

Placement and total area of trim application must meet or exceed current NFPA requirements. If trim

application meets radio or cargo pockets, such trim must also be sewn on pockets so as not to interfere with suittrim pattern.

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SUSPENDERSPants shall include H back style heavy duty constructed suspenders with straps made of high strength 2 cottonwebbing at a minimum; they shall be red in colour and adjustable. They shall be of 4 point design and

attachment construction must satisfy the purchaser.

( )

INSPECTION PORT

There must be an inspection port in the pant/liner. Proponent to describe size and location of port.( )

COMPLETE SUITS - INDIVIDUALLY MANUFACTURED GARMENTS/COATS/ PANTS

SIZING/FITTING

All garments must be made to custom sizing for both males and females which has been obtained from theactual wearers measurements. General sizing, such as small, medium, large etc., will not be considered

acceptable.

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Due to the high degree of importance, the manufacture must conduct sizing and ensure proper fit. Any and all

garments received that do not properly fit will be returned for replacement. Alterations consisting of additionsto materials will not be accepted.

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LABELS

All garments and attachments must meet NFPA 1971-2013 standard and readily visible labels made frommaterials which meet or exceed the latest NFPA standard shall be placed conspicuously on the inside of the

outer shell and each separate layer of the garment. Labels shall contain at least the following information:

Indication of NFPA certification Materials/fiber content Wearers name and sizing Care and maintenance instructions Applicable warnings Manufactures name and address Date of manufacture Do not remove this label

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FURTHER REQUIREMENTS

The proponent must provide an accurate combined total weight of the finished product (coat and pants).The

proponent must supply a copy of the actual specifications used for the design and construction of this clothing.( )

The successful bidder shall produce and supply one suit to the Corporation/Thunder Bay Fire Rescue for its

inspection and review based on the specs and design listed above. This suit will not be evaluated on custom fitbut on options and compliance with specs.

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All material supplied under this contract must bear the appropriate labels. All equipment supplied under this

contract must meet or exceed all Municipal, Provincial and Federal Regulations regarding employee health and

safety.( )

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