Ballistic Helmets
ID: 032425Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATIONFBI-JEHWASHINGTON, DC, 20535, USA

NAICS

Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (315990)

PSC

ARMOR, PERSONAL (8470)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4d250f894b2a44299929fbe491ee7c31/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to procure lightweight and protective ballistic helmets for law enforcement personnel. These helmets must meet strict performance requirements, offering protection against pistol-caliber threats and minimizing backface deformation. Manufacturers are required to supply a substantial number of large-sized helmets, adhering to precise specifications, with accessories and replacement parts also needed. The FBI emphasizes the importance of independent testing, with vendors responsible for the associated costs. RFP 32425 has an estimated value of $22 million for two successful bidders over five years. Interested parties should refer to the RFP documents for key deadlines, with the submission deadline extended to October 17th, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Maureen Murdock
    mmurdock@fbi.gov
    Files
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    2024 Ballistic Helmets RFP.pdf
    The Department of Justice is requesting proposals for the supply of ballistic helmets and replacement parts through RFP 32425, structured as fixed-price contracts with a potential maximum value of $22 million over five years. The procurement involves specific needs for high-quality helmets to protect law enforcement personnel against pistol-caliber threats, along with a detailed evaluation process that includes technical compliance, past performance ratings, and user assessments. Contractors must provide comprehensive technical proposals, pricing matrices, and helmet samples that meet established standards and testing protocols.
    Amendment 1.pdf
    The document is an amendment to the solicitation for ballistic helmets by the FBI, effective May 3, 2024, detailing requirements and processes for contractor submissions, including questions and answers related to testing, evaluation criteria, and the acknowledgment of the amendment by bidders. It emphasizes that failures in testing will disqualify submissions and clarifies the acceptability of previous test results under modified protocols. Additionally, it outlines the expected structure of proposals, including specifications for sample helmets, evaluation processes, and considerations regarding past performance and manufacturing rules.
    Amendment 2.pdf
    The document details Amendment 002 to Request for Proposal (RFP) 32425 issued by the FBI on May 7, 2024, which modifies the specifications in Section J, Attachment 3 - Manufacturer Checklist. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their offers are not rejected, and all unchanged terms of the original solicitation remain in effect. The amendment requires returning signed copies of the amendment with proposals.
    Amendment 3.pdf
    This document serves as Amendment 003 to Request for Proposal (RFP) 32425, concerning ballistic helmets and replacement parts, effective May 7, 2024. It modifies Section L.6 on proposal preparation instructions and extends the proposal submission deadline from July 10, 2024, to September 9, 2024. All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.
    Amendment 4.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a solicitation issued by the FBI's Procurement Section, extending the proposal due date to October 17, 2024. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of the amendment prior to the specified deadline, and all other terms of the original document remain unchanged. It requires signed copies of the amendment to be returned with any proposals submitted.
    Helmet Protocol 2024.pdf
    The document outlines the testing protocol for ballistic helmets used by the DEA and FBI, specifying minimum performance standards for helmets designed to protect against pistol-caliber threats. It details testing requirements including sample quantity, types of tests (such as Penetration-Backface Deformation, fragmentation, and non-ballistic impact tests), and various conditioning scenarios (ambient, high, low, and water). The protocol emphasizes safety, including material quality control, performance measurement, and rigorous inspection prior to testing phases.
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