411553A: Body Armor, Technical & Protective Gear
Description
This tender, identified as 411553A, seeks to procure a comprehensive range of Body Armor, Technical, and Protective Gear for the Chicago Police Department in the United States.
This procurement falls under the category of commodities, indicating a requirement for physical goods essential to the operational needs of the department. The contract type suggests a direct purchase of specified items, likely to replenish existing stock or equip new personnel.
The Chicago Police Department, as the contracting authority, is looking for suppliers capable of providing high-quality, reliable protective equipment. Typical requirements for such tenders include adherence to stringent safety standards and certifications (such as NIJ standards for ballistic resistance), durability, ergonomic design for comfort and mobility, and a variety of sizes and specifications to accommodate diverse personnel needs. The scope of "Technical & Protective Gear" may encompass items such as ballistic vests, helmets, tactical gloves, eye protection, and other specialized safety equipment designed to enhance officer safety in various operational environments.
This opportunity is of significant interest to manufacturers and distributors specializing in law enforcement and public safety equipment. Vendors are expected to demonstrate their capacity to meet bulk order requirements, maintain consistent product quality, and potentially offer ongoing support or maintenance services. The contract's mention of a vendor, PRO-TECH, suggests this may be related to a specific existing contract, a renewal, or a framework agreement, but the primary objective is to solicit bids for the provision of these critical safety commodities.
About This Opportunity
This is a supplies contract in the security and defense sector, with a focus on Police. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through Chicago Contracts, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the security and defense sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.