Opportunity
Hampton Civicplus #26-42/NB
City of Hampton Solicits Level IIIA Tactical Body Armor for Police SWAT Team
Posted
May 12, 2026
Respond By
June 16, 2026
Identifier
26-42/NB
NAICS
339113
The City of Hampton is seeking proposals to supply Level IIIA tactical body armor for its Police Division SWAT team. - Government Buyer: - City of Hampton, Consolidated Procurement Division (Buyer: Nicole Bonelli) - Products/Services Requested: - Approximately 30 units of Level IIIA tactical body armor vests - Must meet NIJ 0101.06 compliance - Ballistic panels must be waterproofed, with a maximum thickness of 0.28 inches and weight of 1.18 lbs/sq ft - Constructed from Woven Aramid Twaron and Para-Aramid fabrics - Adjustable, MOLLE-compatible carriers in OD Green with matching "POLICE" patches - Includes front and back pockets for 10"x12" hard armor plates, 2 hard armor plates (shooters cut), and protection for base vest, throat, collar, yoke, biceps, groin, lower abdomen/back, trap armor inserts, and bicep adapter - Choice of five pouches per vest - Services: - In-person measurements and fittings in Hampton, with appointments within 10 business days - Delivery required within 45 days of order - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Minimum 5-year warranty on armor and 2 years on carriers - Compliance with NIJ 0101.06 standard - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mandated; open to all qualified manufacturers - Contract term is one year with up to four optional one-year renewals - Locations: - Fittings and delivery to be performed in Hampton, Virginia, specifically at the Hampton Police Division
Description
The City of Hampton is seeking proposals from qualified offerors to provide Level IIIA tactical body armor. This procurement is for police body armor to meet the needs of the Hampton Police Division. The solicitation requires sealed proposals and is subject to competitive negotiation provisions under Virginia Code 2.2-4302.2. Proposals must be submitted by June 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and no pre-bid meeting is scheduled.