Personal Body Armor - Level IIIA 2011-2016

The Master Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract IDIQ-CBP-PBA-16 for Personal Body Armor - Level IIIA was awarded on November 15, 2011, with a total shared ceiling of $48,629,750. The contract vehicle focuses on the procurement of body armor, specifically Level IIIA protective vests and related equipment for federal agencies. Task orders under this contract primarily involve the acquisition of concealable soft body armor, external carriers, and protective vests for various federal personnel, with a strong emphasis on law enforcement and military applications.

The task orders demonstrate a consistent pattern of small business set-asides, with most delivery orders ranging from approximately $4,000 to $32,000 in value and completed within 3-6 months. The primary customer appears to be the United States Coast Guard, with numerous task orders specifically identifying Coast Guard stations, sectors, and operational units as the recipients of body armor. Key contractors like KDH Defense Systems have been prominent in fulfilling these orders, providing body armor for boat crew members, law enforcement teams, military personnel, and training instructors. The contract vehicle supports equipment needs across multiple operational contexts, including maritime law enforcement, station personnel, reserve units, and specialized teams, with delivery locations spanning various coastal and inland regions of the United States.