Opportunity

City of Upper Arlington Ionwave #UA26-43

Comprehensive Police Uniform, Duty Gear, and Program Management Services for Upper Arlington Police Division

Posted

June 08, 2026

Respond By

June 29, 2026

Identifier

UA26-43

NAICS

448190, 424320, 541614, 424330, 541613

This opportunity is for vendors to provide a full-service uniform and duty equipment program for the City of Upper Arlington Police Division. - Government Buyer: - City of Upper Arlington Police Division (Franklin County, Ohio) - Scope of Procurement: - Comprehensive supply of police uniforms, duty gear, and accessories - Uniform customization (embroidery, patches, alterations) - Uniform program management (online ordering, inventory, reporting) - Professional fitting and new-hire outfitting - Ongoing customer support and inventory/specification management - Key OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers): - Flying Cross - Vertx - Point Blank - Survival Armor - Elbeco - Blauer - ArcTeryx - Safariland - ASP - Blackhawk - North American Rescue - Ares Gear - TYR Tactical - Zero Nine Gear - Raven Concealment - Blackpoint Tactical - Gould and Goodrich - 5.11 Tactical - Mocean - Lawpro - Cobmex - Midway Cap Company - Bawidamann - MGL - Products Requested: - Uniform shirts, trousers, outerwear, dress coats, hats, and boots (multiple models, colors, and part numbers) - Duty belts, magazine holders, handcuff cases, glove carriers, OC spray cases, and other leather/nylon gear - Body armor and vest carriers (Point Blank, Survival Armor) - Holsters for Glock 17/22/47 (Safariland, Raven Concealment, Blackpoint Tactical, Tier 1 Concealed, SOLIS, Bawidamann) - Batons and holders (ASP) - High-visibility vests, neckties, and specialty uniform items - Services Requested: - Uniform customization (embroidery, patch application, badge installation, tailoring) - Uniform program management (secure online ordering, inventory/specification management, reporting) - Professional fitting services for new hires and replacements - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must have at least five years of law enforcement uniform experience and provide municipal references - Local retail and fitting facility required (Franklin County or adjacent) - Secure online ordering platform with both administrative and employee access - Strict adherence to Division-approved specifications for all items - Rapid order fulfillment and robust customer service standards - Contract Term: - Initial two-year contract with two one-year renewal options - Online platform and catalog setup required within 14 days of specification approval

Description

The City of Upper Arlington Police Division is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to provide comprehensive uniform, duty equipment, customization, and uniform program management services for sworn personnel. The scope includes authorized uniform and equipment items, administrative infrastructure for ordering, inventory management, specification maintenance, employee outfitting, and ongoing customer service. Vendors must provide a secure online ordering platform and local retail support. The contract term is two years with options for two additional one-year renewals.

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