UNSPSC 46181502: Bullet proof vests

UNSPSC 46181502 Bullet proof vests is a Commodity code. State and local law enforcement agencies are actively procuring body armor systems across a broad spectrum of threat levels and configurations—from concealable soft armor vests to rifle-rated hard-plate carriers to complete tactical armor platforms. Recent solicitations show demand for NIJ-certified Level II, Level IIIA, and Level III armor systems, often bundled with carriers, cummerbunds, side panels, and integrated accessories such as plate backers and ID patches. Procurement spans traditional police uniforms contracts (where body armor is one line item among many) and dedicated armor-only acquisitions for patrol, tactical, and detention officer use. Issuing bodies include major city police departments (Detroit, Phoenix, Austin, Indianapolis), county sheriff's offices (Gwinnett, Harris, Santa Clara, Cuyahoga, San Bernardino), state law enforcement academies and special operations units (Illinois State Police, Texas Attorney General, Ohio SPAN SWAT), school district police (Austin ISD), and fire departments. Several repeat buyers appear across the recent-opportunities block—Gwinnett County has posted multiple armor-related RFQs and IFBs; Santa Clara County has issued several ITBs for specialized sheriff equipment; and Texas procurement offices (both state OAG and county jurisdictions) show sustained demand.

Recent activity concentrates in Texas, California, Georgia, Ohio, Connecticut, North Carolina, and the Great Lakes region. The City of Detroit RFQ 549771 for police uniforms and gear due August 5, 2026, includes body armor as a specified line item and applies Detroit local-vendor preferences up to 12 percent. Collin County, Texas, IFB 2026-318 for safety wear and protective equipment, due August 6, 2026, seeks tactical carriers and ballistic vests with an estimated annual contract value of $216,000. The State of Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration, negotiated contract 1130-26-R-NBID-00021, issued a comprehensive procurement for ballistic body armor and riot shields (proposals due July 15, 2026) requiring NIJ Standard 0101.06 compliance and manufacturer MSRP-based discounting. The City of Austin IFB 5300 BYS1054, due June 16, 2026, procures tactical uniforms and ballistic vests for development services personnel and applies local business preferences. The City of Tucson RFP 260177, closed May 26, 2026, structured a three-group requirement covering police uniforms, ballistic shields (NIJ Level III+ or IV), and fire department body armor with an estimated annual police usage of $300,000 and cooperative purchasing availability nationwide through Axia. Demand signals remain robust: armor procurement cycles at both municipal and state levels, integration with uniform and gear contracts, and sustained activity from regional repeat buyers suggest moderate to high pursuit potential for established armor manufacturers and distributors with NIJ certification, carrier expertise, sizing/fitting logistics capability, and experience with state and local procurement compliance requirements.