When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 15, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 8, 2026.

It was issued by City Of Bellingham. The work is located in Bellingham, Washington, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced provider of confined space rescue and standby services. Employs trained rescue personnel and maintains necessary safety equipment. Proven capability in developing and executing rescue plans for government or industrial clients. Ability to coordinate with municipal safety staff and supervisors. Presence or availability to serve in Bellingham, Washington.

Annual Confined Space Standby-Rescue Services (Due July 15, 2026)

Overview

Environmental, Water & Energy

Bellingham, Washington, United StatesPosted: June 19th, 2026Deadline: July 15th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Bellingham, WA is seeking a provider for annual confined space standby and rescue services, including emergency response, rescue planning, and safety personnel for a three-year term.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of five years of experience in permit-required confined space standby and rescue services
Must have current training in atmospheric monitoring, ventilation, communication, confined space rescue, emergency self-rescue, non-entry rescue, permit systems, first aid, CPR, lockout/tagout, fall protection, electrical safety, and respiratory protection
Must provide dedicated standby rescue personnel for each confined space entry
Must provide personnel to perform hole watch/attendant duties
Must provide all necessary rescue and safety equipment
Must maintain City of Bellingham business registration
Must be capable of supporting after-hours and weekend operations
Must provide proof of insurance coverage including workers compensation, general liability, and automobile liability

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Last Day to Submit Questions: July 8th, 2026

RFP Submission Deadline: July 15th, 2026

Committee Evaluations Completed: August 2026

Contract Formation: August 2026

Contract Execution: September 2026

Service/Work Commences: September/October 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 8th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City Of Bellingham

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Bellingham, Washington seeks a vendor to provide annual confined space standby and rescue services. This includes supplying trained personnel and equipment to support confined space entries that require designated rescue capabilities.

Services will cover standby rescue coverage for planned entries, emergency response for unplanned incidents, and development of site- or task-specific rescue plans. Additional responsibilities include atmospheric monitoring support, coordination with entry supervisors and safety personnel, and ensuring dedicated standby rescue personnel are present for each entry. Providers are also required to perform hole watch/attendant duties and maintain continuous rescue readiness during all operations.

The successful vendor must be capable of performing entry rescue (not relying solely on non-entry methods unless specifically authorized), provide all necessary rescue and safety equipment, maintain continuous communication with entrants and attendants, and coordinate closely with City safety staff. The contract will span a three-year period.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 15, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 8, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City Of Bellingham. The work is located in Bellingham, Washington, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced provider of confined space rescue and standby services
Employs trained rescue personnel and maintains necessary safety equipment
Proven capability in developing and executing rescue plans for government or industrial clients
Ability to coordinate with municipal safety staff and supervisors
Presence or availability to serve in Bellingham, Washington

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