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Ballistic Entry Vests

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BD-27-1142-143-143-133726State & Local

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

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The City of Boston is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of ballistic entry vests under solicitation number BD-27-1142-143-143-133726. This opportunity is managed by the Procurement agency in Massachusetts and is open to qualified suppliers who can provide the specified protective equipment. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of October 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Detailed bid documents and electronic submission options are available through the City of Boston Supplier Portal under event EV00017982. For further inquiries, contact Brian Heger at 617-635-2201 or via email.

General Info

City of Boston seeks bids for ballistic entry vests by October 14, 2026.

Agency

Massachusetts → 143 - Procurement

NAICS

332994 - Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Boston, MA, 02201, USA

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City of Boston Bid BD-27-1142-143-143-133726: Ballistic Entry Vests

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PhaseSolicitation

PostedSep 28

Solicitation

Response DeadlineOct 14

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10/14/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 16 days

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AgencyMassachusetts → 143 - Procurement

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OfficeBoston, MA, 02201, USA

Organization / AgencyMassachusetts → 143 - Procurement

Office AddressBoston, MA, 02201, USA

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INVITATION FOR SEALED BIDS FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF THE FOLLOWING SERVICES AND/OR SUPPLIES: Ballistic Entry Vests, To access details for this specific bid event, or to respond through electronic format, Please visit the City of Boston Supplier Portal (http://boston.gov/procurement). and access Event EV00017982 or contact Brian Heger at 617-635-2201 or Brian.heger@boston.gov

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