Law Enforcement Ballistic Protection Equipment

This RFP seeks qualified vendors to enter a cooperative, multi‑year contract to supply law‑enforcement ballistic protection equipment—including soft and hard armor, carriers, helmets, shields, K‑9 vests, accessories, and related fitting and support services—to the City of Tempe and 1GPA member agencies nationwide. The initial term is one year with up to four optional one‑year extensions. Vendors may propose any combination of product categories and must meet NIJ, MIL‑STD, and ISO‑9001 quality requirements, provide fitting services, warranty support, and comply with extensive federal, state, and local procurement regulations. Proposals are submitted electronically via OpenGov by November 5, 2026. • Provide soft body armor, carriers, hard plates, helmets, shields, K‑9 protection, and related accessories. • Must support NIJ‑certified performance levels, offer male/female sizing, and include fitting/measurement services. • Contract is a cooperative agreement; pricing will be competitive across a “Market Basket” of representative items. • Initial term 1 year, renewable up to 4 additional years; delivery of custom‑fitted sets within 12 weeks of order. • Mandatory pre‑proposal conference on Oct 20, 2026 (Zoom). • Questions due Oct 27, 2026; submission deadline Nov 5, 2026.