Arson Body Vests

Ray O'Herron Co., Inc. (V00000805) was awarded a competitive sealed bidding contract by the Illinois Administration organization on September 29, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2027. The contract value totals $2,670.00 and encompasses the supply of body armor and tactical carrier systems for law enforcement or corrections personnel. The primary deliverable consists of three units of Level II body armor sets in tan and black configuration, meeting or exceeding National Institute of Justice (NIJ) 101.06 standards, each priced at $530.00 per unit. Each armor set includes front and rear soft ballistic panels, two concealable carriers, and one 5-inch by 8-inch soft trauma plate.

The secondary deliverable comprises six tactical response carriers designed for compatibility with Level II vests, each priced at $180.00 per unit. These carriers feature hook-and-loop affixed patches in black or white colorway, measuring either 3 inches by 5 inches or 4 inches by 10 inches, with embroidered lettering identifying the wearer as "Police," "Agent," or "Corrections" in gold or silver. The carriers are manufactured to be compatible with In Conjunction With (ICW) rifle-rated ballistic plates. The contract period extends approximately nine months from award through June 30, 2027.