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Ballistic Entry Vest Supplier

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Response Deadline10/14/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity is for a supplier to provide ballistic entry vests for prime contractors working on City of Boston procurement projects. The selected vendor must manufacture or source vests that adhere to strict quality, durability, and design standards using ballistic-grade materials. Additionally, the supplier is required to provide Material Safety Data Sheets in accordance with G.L.c 111F and submit equivalency documentation for any proprietary items used. Eligible bidders must be licensed to conduct business within the state of Massachusetts. The contract is managed by the Massachusetts Procurement agency, with performance taking place in Boston. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of October 14, 2026.

General Info

Massachusetts licensed suppliers providing ballistic entry vests for Boston projects by October 14, 2026.

Agency

Massachusetts → 143 - Procurement

NAICS

316992 - Women's Handbag and Purse Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Boston, MA, 02201, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of BD-27-1142-143-143-133726.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Ballistic Entry Vests

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Timeline

PostedSep 28

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Response DeadlineOct 14

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10/14/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 15 days

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AgencyMassachusetts → 143 - Procurement

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Supplies ballistic entry vests for prime contractors on City of Boston procurement projects. Manufactures or sources vests meeting specific quality, durability, and design requirements using ballistic-grade materials. Provides equivalency documentation for proprietary items and Material Safety Data Sheets per G.L.c 111F. Must be licensed to do business in Massachusetts. Delivers completed ballistic entry vests.

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