This contract is an informal request‑for‑bid issued by Cuyahoga County for the provision of eighteen (18) high‑cut, black ballistic helmets for the Suburban Police Anti‑Crime Network (SPAN) SWAT Group. The helmets must meet NIJ RF‑1 performance, be manufactured and assembled in the United States, weigh no more than 3.5 lb, include an NVG shroud, Picatinny rails, and a multi‑point adjustable retention system, and carry a minimum five‑year warranty. Delivery of all helmets is required no later than July 1 2026. The solicitation was posted on March 6 2026, closed for bids on March 12 2026, and the award status is listed as “Awarded,” though the winning vendor is not identified. The total awarded value for the helmets is $50,400 (18 helmets at $2,800 each), with an additional shipping line priced at $0.
• Scope: Supply, test, and deliver 18 U.S‑manufactured NIJ RF‑1 rated ballistic helmets with full accessory integration.
• Technical constraints: Made‑in‑USA, ≤ 3.5 lb, 5‑year warranty, specific threat‑velocity performance, no add‑on armor plates.
• Timeline: Bid window March 6‑12 2026; final delivery required by July 1 2026.