Law Enforcement Ballistic Protection Equipment

Solicitation 27-07T, led by the City of Tempe for 1GPA, seeks responsive offerors to provide a comprehensive range of law enforcement ballistic protection equipment, including concealable soft body armor, ballistic panels, carriers, trauma protection, and K-9 vests. The contract is designed to support public agencies nationwide, including school districts, municipalities, and federal and state governments. Beyond equipment delivery, the scope includes support services such as individual fitting, sizing, and warranty administration. The initial contract term is one year from the date of award, with the possibility of unilateral month-to-month extensions by 1GPA. Award decisions are based on a weighted evaluation of cost (250 points), products and technical compliance (225 points), and organizational experience and capacity (200 points). To ensure safety and quality, products must adhere to rigorous standards, including NIJ STD 0101.06, MIL STD 662F V50, and ISO 9001, with strict requirements for the traceability of serialized soft body armor. Contractors are required to maintain all necessary licenses, provide a certificate of insurance, and comply with Arizona state laws regarding non-discrimination and immigration. Logistically, delivery is desired within 30 days of a purchase order on an F.O.B. Destination basis. Contractors must remit a 1% administrative fee of total sales transactions to 1GPA. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by November 5, 2026, and must include specific documentation such as market basket pricing, financial disclosures, and manufacturer authorizations.