Open Procedure, pursuant to Articles 14 and 71 of Legislative Decree No. 36/2023 and subsequent amendments, divided into six lots, for the awarding of the biennial supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers employed in forest firefighting activities of the Command of the Forestry Corps of the Sicilian Region

The Sicilian Region, through its Forestry Corps Command, is initiating an open tender procedure, governed by Articles 14 and 71 of Legislative Decree No. 36/2023, for the biennial supply of essential Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). This procurement is strategically divided into six distinct lots to ensure specialized coverage for personnel engaged in critical forest firefighting operations across the region. The total estimated value for this comprehensive supply contract stands at EUR 4,570,802.40.

The tender encompasses a wide range of safety gear tailored to the demanding nature of firefighting. Lot 1 focuses on jackets, overalls, and trousers, with an allocated budget of EUR 2,751,022.80. Lot 2 addresses the need for specialized boots (stivaletto - polacco), valued at EUR 917,362.80. Protective gloves for various tasks are covered under Lot 3, estimated at EUR 251,073.60. Lot 4 is dedicated to safety helmets and under-helmets, with an approximate value of EUR 377,580.00. Eye and respiratory protection, including anti-smoke goggles, masks, and replacement filters, are included in Lot 5, budgeted at EUR 119,784.00. Finally, Lot 6 covers fire-resistant belts and duffel bags, with an allocation of EUR 153,979.20. This multi-lot approach allows for targeted procurement and efficient management of specialized PPE requirements for the Forestry Corps operating in Palermo and throughout Sicily.

This is a supplies contract in the general supplies sector, with a focus on Uniforms. Located in Italy, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 4.6 million.

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