DPS is purchasing soft body armor for Trooper Class D25.

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has awarded a contract to GALLS LLC for the procurement of soft body armor intended for Trooper Class D25. The contract, identified by the unique identifier 26P0001069, was executed on September 22, 2025, and focuses on supplying protective equipment for law enforcement personnel. The awarded items include body armor, bullet-proof vests, and gorgets, as categorized by the United Nations Standard Products and Services Code (UNSPSC) and the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) codes.

The contract specifically falls under the NIGP category of Police Protection Equipment (Body Armor And Riot Shields) And Supplies, with the UNSPSC codes 46151504 for body armor, 46181502 for bullet-proof vests, and 53102519 for gorgets. While specific contract value details are not provided in the source document, the award represents a strategic procurement to enhance the protective equipment for Texas state troopers. The contract appears to be structured to support the safety and operational readiness of law enforcement personnel through the provision of high-quality protective gear.