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Grant for Modernization of NIBIN Ballistic Imaging Equipment and Maintenance at 194 Law Enforcement Sites

This opportunity from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), under the U.S. Department of Justice, seeks to modernize ballistic imaging technology for law enforcement agencies: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) - In collaboration with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) - Program Purpose: - Modernize the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) at 194 law enforcement sites - Replace outdated ballistic imaging equipment with new NIBIN-compatible systems - Support law enforcement in locating and apprehending criminal aliens, countering gang and criminal activity, and strengthening multi-jurisdictional responses to transnational criminal organizations - Products/Services Requested: - New NIBIN-compatible ballistic imaging equipment (no specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers specified) - Maintenance services for the new equipment for five years at each site - Notable Requirements: - Funding is available for both equipment acquisition and five years of maintenance - Grant is open to state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies - Total estimated program funding is $58,200,000 - OEMs: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation

Description

The Office of Justice Programs (OJP) is offering funding to enhance law enforcement capacity to locate and apprehend aliens who have committed crimes and to counter gang and criminal activity including drug and human trafficking. This grant program, a collaboration between the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), provides state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies with funding to acquire modern ballistic imaging equipment and implement crime gun intelligence best practices. The FY 2026 National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) Modernization Program will modernize NIBIN technology at 194 existing sites using outdated technology. Grant funds will cover the cost of new NIBIN-compatible equipment and maintenance costs for five years.

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