The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the procurement of emergency personnel ballistic vests and helmets for the Fort Bliss Fire Department. This procurement aims to enhance the department's capabilities in responding to active shooter situations, as outlined in AR 2-280 and AR 385-10, and includes an amendment to increase the quantity of required steel plates from 49 to 80. The goods are critical for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of personnel during emergency response operations. Interested vendors should contact Jose Arriola at jose.a.arriola.civ@army.mil or Joy Davis at joy.l.davis18.civ@army.mil for further details, as this opportunity is set aside for small businesses under the SBA guidelines.