Nevada Ionwave #608008 Addendum 1

LVMPD Solicits Bids for NIJ Level III Ballistic Rifle Shields (Paraclete Vanguard or Equal)

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) is seeking bids for an annual requirements contract to supply NIJ Level III Ballistic Rifle Shields. - Government Buyer: - Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD), Purchasing Office - OEMs and Vendors: - Paraclete (specified as the reference OEM for the Vanguard shield) - Alternate manufacturers may be considered if all specifications and documentation are met - Products/Services Requested: - 50 NIJ Level III Ballistic Rifle Shields (Paraclete Vanguard or equivalent) - Dimensions: 21" x 36" (including protective bumpers) - Rectangular viewport: minimum 3" x 9", maximum 4" x 10" - Hybrid composite ballistic material - Black color, weight not exceeding 19 lbs - Ambidextrous tri-grip (NY style) handle with ergonomic design - Hook and loop forearm attachment system - High-density foam padding - High-visibility "POLICE" logo on front - No lighting required - Must meet or exceed NIJ-STD-0108.01 Level III and UL 752 Level III standards - Must provide NIJ independent laboratory test results confirming resistance to M193/.223 rounds - Product warranty and descriptive literature required for "or equal" products - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with technical specifications and independent ballistic testing - Prohibition on products from certain Chinese manufacturers (e.g., Huawei, ZTE, Hikvision, Dahua, Hytera) - Compliance with federal funding conditions - Opportunity is open to alternate manufacturers if all requirements are met and documented

Description

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) is seeking bids from qualified bidders for the purchase of Level III Ballistic Rifle Shields. The solicitation is for an annual requirements contract for these ballistic shields, which must meet or exceed National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Level III standards. The shields must have specific dimensions, materials, and features including a tri-grip handle, a rectangular viewport, and meet certain testing and certification requirements. Bidders must submit required attachments and comply with detailed instructions and conditions provided in the solicitation documents.

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