Opportunity
Gwinnett County Bids #BL071-26 INV
Gwinnett County Solicits Heavy Armor Systems for Sheriff's Office
Posted
April 09, 2026
Respond By
April 16, 2026
Identifier
BL071-26 INV
NAICS
339113
Gwinnett County is seeking bids for heavy armor systems for the Sheriff's Office in Lawrenceville, GA. - Government Buyer: - Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office - Purchasing managed by Gwinnett County Financial Services - Purchasing Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Paraclete (primary OEM specified) - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are permitted if they meet or exceed specifications - Products/Services Requested: - 24 units each of the following (or approved equivalents): - Paraclete Origin BII-5 armor carrier with front, back, side, and gap stop panels (Part #NASOG1ZB5ABZ5) - Paraclete Origin BII-5 Plate Backers, set of 2 (Part #TIPHC6B25BD0H) - Paraclete Origin BII-5 Phase 2.5 Accessories (mantle/throat, deltoid biceps, arterial/groin, ab/lower back panels, belt system) (Part #NASOG1ZB5A4Z5) - Paraclete Origin BII-5 Laser Front Panel Tank Track (Part #PBOG1001FFZ5) - Paraclete Origin BII-5 Laser Back Panel Tank Track (Part #PBOG1001BPZ5) - Fitting services for all armor units (vendor must measure and fit employees; all costs included) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Armor must be certified to NIJ 0101.06 standards - Must be configurable from concealable vest to full tactical plate carrier - Includes top and bottom plate loading with zipper pockets and removable accessories - Vendors must provide specifications/cut sheets for any alternate products - Delivery required within 60-90 days after purchase order - Warranty information must be included - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office, 2900 University Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Description
Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the purchase of heavy armor for the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office. This is a one-time purchase, not an annual contract, requiring armor that meets or exceeds the quality of the Paraclete Origin system level II armor carrier or approved equivalent, certified to NIJ 0101.06 standards. The vendor must include all fees such as fitting, coordinate employee fittings, and deliver within 60-90 days after purchase order issuance. Bids are due by April 16, 2026, with a virtual bid opening.