Annual Confined Space Standby-Rescue Services

The City of Bellingham, Washington, is seeking a qualified vendor to provide annual confined space standby-rescue services. The agency requires trained personnel and specialized equipment to support confined space entries that demand a designated rescue capability. This initiative aims to ensure the safety of personnel during both planned and unplanned confined space operations where reliance on non-entry rescue methods alone is unacceptable. The scope of work covers standby rescue coverage for planned entries, emergency response for unplanned incidents, and the development of site- or task-specific rescue plans for each assignment. The selected provider must supply dedicated standby rescue personnel, perform hole watch and attendant duties at each entry point, and maintain continuous rescue readiness. Additionally, the work involves providing all necessary rescue and safety equipment, conducting atmospheric monitoring support as required, and maintaining continuous communication with entrants, attendants, and City safety staff. Eligible bidders must perform all work onsite and be located onshore within the United States. The agency is establishing a contract period of three years. The solicitation does not specify a pre-determined budget, and the agency is currently seeking proposals to determine the cost of these services.