How to bid on SCBA and related equipment for the Town of Ayer

What Ayer is buying

The Town of Ayer is seeking self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and related equipment for its fire department. The solicitation is an invitation for bids.

The full bid documents explain the requested equipment and quoting instructions. Review them to determine whether the opportunity fits your products and capabilities.

Deadline and submission

Bids are due October 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. Follow the bid documents’ submission directions and make sure your response is submitted by the deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit firms that supply SCBA or related equipment for fire departments. The solicitation category is security; check the bid documents for the specific items and requirements.

How to access and respond

Open the solicitation on COMMBUYS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts procurement portal, to view the full bid and download its documents. Viewing the bid and downloading documents do not require an account.

To submit a quote electronically, register for a free COMMBUYS vendor account. The bid documents also provide submission directions, which you should follow if you are not quoting electronically.

Prepare a complete response

Read the full bid documents carefully and use their instructions to shape your response. Check that your proposed equipment addresses the requested items and that you have included everything the solicitation asks for.

Allow time to review your response for completeness and confirm the submission method before the deadline. For questions, the listed point of contact is Jeremy Januskiewicz at [email protected].