Specifications include, but are not limited to: 2.1 Contractor shall provide Hazardous Materials Chemical and Biological Suits that meet the following requirements: 2.1.1 Contractor shall provide: 2.1.1.1 Eight (8) level A (NFPA Class 1) ensembles 2.1.1.2 Eight (8) Level C (NFPA Class 3) ensembles 2.1.2 All Hazardous Materials suits shall be rated in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1990, 1992, 1994 standards. 2.1.3 Each ensemble shall include any additional items such as gloves, chemical/hazmat tape, shoes/foot coverings, or other items required for the ensemble to function at its rated level of protection. 2.1.4 Hazardous Materials suits shall be compatible with a variety of situations and environments including: 2.1.4.1 Non-permissive or "tactical" environments 2.1.4.2 Environments where radiological or nuclear hazards may also be present. 2.1.4.3 Confined spaces. 2.1.5 Hazardous Materials suits shall be able to be worn under an EOD 9, EOD 10, NP Aerospace 4030 bomb suit. The suits shall also be wearable under tactical body armor. 2.1.6 Hazardous Materials suits shall be made of a durable material able to withstand incidental cuts and abrasions. The use of materials that allow for enhanced breathability, comfort, reduced heat, or enhanced maneuverability is desirable. 2.1.7 Suits that may be machine-washed and reused are desirable. 2.1.8 Suits shall have a shelf life of at least five years.
