The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole-source contract to Skylands Area Fire Equipment and Training for the procurement of firefighting protective turnout gear for the Lyons Fire Department. The contract requires the contractor to provide six sets of Honeywell First Responder Products-Morning Pride Brand turnout pants and coats, including sizing, tailoring, and delivery services, with strict adherence to specifications to ensure firefighter safety and government investment effectiveness. This procurement is critical for maintaining the operational readiness and safety of the fire department, emphasizing that no alterations to the specifications will be accepted without prior approval. Interested parties can contact Contracting Officer Corey Swinton at Corey.Swinton@va.gov, with a response deadline set for October 22, 2024.