1-302-26-019882 TACTICAL VESTS IFB.pdf

MFCU Ballistic Tactical Vests IFB# 302-26-019882 Page 1 of 9 Revised June 5, 2025

Office of the Attorney General Invitation for Bids

MFCU BALLISTIC TACTICAL VESTS

A Response to this Invitation for Bid must be received on or before the deadline specified below:

Reference Number: 302-26-019882 Published on: May 20th, 2026

NIGP Class/Item: 680/08

Bid Submission deadline: June 5th, 2026 @ 2:00 PM CST

RESPONDING VENDOR/CONTRACTOR: (to be completed by Vendor) Vendor Name:

Address:

City, State Zip:

Phone No.:

Fax No.:

E-mail address:

Vendor Identification (VID) No.:

Submit Responses via Bonfire at: https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/235412

General instruction: Pricing must remain good for 30 days. All associated charges related to the equipment delivery must be provided on this form. NOTE: (1) Late responses may not be considered, (2) award(s) will be made in the best interest of the State, and (3) Vendor must specify if quoting all or none.

The Vendor’s authorized agent must sign below. By signing this document, the Vendor acknowledges that all information contained in the document is true and correct and that Vendor agrees to comply with all terms and conditions of this document. Failure to sign will disqualify this bid. By signing this bid, Vendor certifies that if a Texas address is shown as the address of the Vendor the Vendor qualifies as a Texas Bidder as defined in section 2155.444(c) of the Texas Government Code.

Signature Title Date

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1. Overview

These specifications are being advertised under Section 2155.067 of the Texas Government Code. Only bids on items conforming exactly to these specifications, which include proposing only the brand name(s), make and model number(s) specified, will be considered in determining an award.

The Office of the Attorney General is issuing this Invitation for Bid (IFB) to solicit bids from qualified vendors for HighCom Armor tactical ballistic protection equipment, including plate carriers, soft armor panels, rifle-rated plates, and identification placards.

Prices quoted in response to this IFB shall be considered firm by the OAG. Bid prices may not be altered, amended or negotiated by the vendor after the bid opening, except to correct mathematical errors in extensions.

The OAG is a tax-exempt government agency.

Award(s), if any, shall be made to the bidder providing the best value conforming to the advertised specifications, in accordance with Texas Government Code, Title 10, Subtitle D, Section 2156.007.

2. Term of Contract

The awarded Contract will be effective on the date the Contract is issued and will expire based on the schedule for delivery of goods/services as outlined in this IFB or by the date or delivery days after receipt of order (ARO) provided by the Bidder.

2.2 Initial Contract Term

Any contract resulting from this IFB will begin on Date of PO and expire on August 31, 2026.

2.3 Extension Option

The Contractor agrees that the OAG may require continued performance, beyond the initial or any renewal Contract term, of any of the within described services at the rates specified in the Contract, for the purpose of awarding a contract and transitioning services to a new service provider without service disruption. Contractor agrees that OAG may require continued performance for a series of thirty (30) calendar day increments. Such extension of services will be subject to the requirements of the Contract, with the sole and limited exception that the original date of termination will be extended pursuant to this provision. During the Contract transition extensions, the Contractor will be compensated for services for as long as the Contractor is providing such services. Once a service is transitioned from the Contractor to a new service provider, payment to the Contractor will cease. The OAG may exercise this option upon thirty (30) calendar days written notice to the Contractor.

3. Information About the Procurement Process and Subsequent Contract

3.1. Sole Point of Contact

OAG Sole Point of Contact concerning this IFB is:

Ashley Reed, CTCD, CTCM Procurement and Contract Operations Division Office of the Attorney General Ashley.reed@oag.texas.gov

Respondents must not contact OAG personnel concerning this IFB except as permitted by the Sole Point of Contact listed.

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3.2. Communication

General communications concerning this IFB will be distributed to the participating Respondents via https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/235412 and/or email. Each participating Respondent is solely responsible for monitoring the OAG Bonfire portal and email for general OAG communications concerning this IFB.

3.3 Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) Posting

Per Texas Government Code § 2155.083 and 34 Texas Administrative Code § 20.220, state agencies are required to post contract award notices on the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) for procurements exceeding $25,000; therefore, the official contract award notice will be posted to the ESBD. Participating Respondents are solely responsible for monitoring the ESBD for the status of the contract award and will not be contacted individually by the OAG.

3.4 Questions

Bidder must communicate and ask questions concerning this solicitation, including any of a technical nature, in writing only to the purchaser listed as point of contact (Section 3.1) via bonfire and in accordance with any required deadlines.

Submit all questions regarding this solicitation via Bonfire using the following link:

https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/235412

The official answer to questions will be published in Bonfire via the following link:

https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/235412. Questions submitted will be answered at the sole discretion of the OAG. Respondents shall periodically check Bonfire for public questions and answers.

Respondents must ensure they have read, understand, and consider the information as part of its response.

3.5 Procurement Schedule

Activity Due Date

IFB Release Date May 20th, 2026 Vendor Questions Due May 28th, 2026 @ 2:00 PM CT OAG Response to Vendor Questions, if applicable

June 1st, 2026

Vendor Bid Submission Deadline June 5th, 2026 @ 2:00 PM CT All times listed are Central Time (CT) as then prevailing in Austin, Texas.

3.6 Contract Documents

By submission of an offer, Vendor agrees to be bound by the terms of the IFB, OAG purchase order, and Vendor’s offer. If Vendor’s offer is accepted by OAG, the Contract resulting from this procurement shall be given the following order of precedence and consist of:

1. This IFB including any exhibits, attachments, clarifications, forms, and supplements, attached hereto, and incorporated herein.

2. The OAG’s purchase order including any exhibits, attachments, forms, and supplements, attached hereto, and incorporated therein; and

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3. The Vendor’s offer in response to this IFB.

3.7 Bid Submission Requirements

Bidders must submit the following information with their bid response. Failure to sign and submit all required documents may result in disqualification.

1. Signed Invitation for Bid (page 1)

2. Completed Bonfire Bid Table

3. Vendor Letterhead Quote

4. Completed Recycled Material Questionnaire (page 8)

5. Completed VeHUB Statement (Page 9)

6. Respondent Information Form (Form H)

4. Specifications

These specifications are being advertised under Section 2155.067 of the Texas Government Code. Only bids on items conforming exactly to these specifications, which include proposing only the brand name(s), make and model number(s) specified, will be considered in determining an award.

• All parts not specifically mentioned which are necessary to be complete and ready for operation or which are normally furnished as standard equipment must be furnished by the Contractor.

• All materials, equipment, and items furnished under this contract shall be brand new and unused, of recent manufacture, and in excellent condition. Vendor warrants that no refurbished, reconditioned, or previously used items will be supplied without the express prior written consent of the OAG.

4.1 Trooper Advanced Plate Carrier

Brand: HighCom Armor, APC-OD-OSFA

4.1.1 OD Green (Camo 483)

4.1.2 1000D Cordura Nylon exterior

4.1.3 Fully adjustable four‑point suspension system

4.1.4 Universal fit

4.1.5 360‑degree MOLLE/PALS webbing

4.1.6 External wraparound 6" x 11" cummerbund platform

4.1.7 Velcro loop for identification placard

4.1.8 Sewn‑on mic tabs on shoulders

4.1.9 Reinforced drag handle buddy strap

4.1.10 DWR‑treated package for water resistance

4.1.11 Front and rear plate pockets fit 8" x 10", 10" x 12", SAPI S, and SAPI M (custom sizing available)

4.1.12 Weight: 2.4 lbs. / 1.09 kg (OSFA)

4.1.13 Cummerbund Quick Release System, Cobra Buckles able to be mounted on left side or right side Warranty: Manufacturer warranty, 2 years on exterior cover material and workmanship.

4.2 Nylon ID Placard

Brand: HighCom Armor, ID-CUSTOM-310-OD-WH

4.2.1 Dimensions: 3" x 10"

4.2.2 Cordura Nylon material, OD Green (Camo 483)

4.2.3 Velcro hook backing

4.2.4 ID placard print: “STATE POLICE,” white letters

Warranty: Manufacturer warranty – 1 year

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4.3 Trooper Soft Armor Rifle Plate

Brand: HighCom Armor, RSTP-MC-SC-1012

4.3.1 Rifle Plate, Special Threat

4.3.2 Multi‑hit capable ICW with Level IIIA soft armor

4.3.3 Meets or exceeds ballistic resistance per NIJ Standard 0101.06

4.3.4 Exterior cover: 1000D Cordura textured nylon

4.3.5 Thickness: 0.55"

4.3.6 Material: Ceramic with UHMWPE backing

Warranty: Manufacturer warranty – 2 years on exterior cover material and workmanship

4.4 Soft Armor Panel (Set) – APC Panel Style

Brand: HighCom Armor, SA3920-APC-OSFA

4.4.1 APC panel style

4.4.2 Level IIIA stand‑alone protection against handgun rounds

4.4.3 NIJ Standard 0101.06 compliant (Certified)

4.4.4 Hybrid solution of DSM Dyneema UHMWPE and Twaron aramid unidirectional protective materials

4.4.5 Meets or exceeds DEA and FBI standards

4.4.6 Custom sizing

4.4.7 Areal density: 0.86 psf (4.198 kg/sqm)

4.4.8 Thickness: 0.19" / 4.82 mm

4.4.9 Multi‑hit capabilities

4.4.10 Panel cover: Ultrasonically sealed Nylon RipStop

Warranty: Manufacturer warranty – 5 years on ballistic material; 1 year on exterior cover and workmanship

4.5 Soft Armor Panel (Set) – Cummerbund Panel Style

Brand: HighCom Armor, SA3920-APC-CF

4.5.1 Cummerbund panel style

4.5.2 Level IIIA stand‑alone protection against handgun rounds

4.5.3 NIJ Standard 0101.06 compliant (Certified)

4.5.4 Hybrid solution of DSM Dyneema UHMWPE and Twaron aramid unidirectional protective materials

4.5.5 Meets or exceeds DEA and FBI standards

4.5.6 Custom sizing

4.5.7 Areal density: 0.86 psf (4.198 kg/sqm)

4.5.8 Thickness: 0.19" / 4.82 mm

4.5.9 Multi‑hit capabilities

4.5.10 Panel cover: Ultrasonically sealed Nylon RipStop

Warranty: Manufacturer warranty – 5 years on ballistic material; 1 year on exterior cover and workmanship

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5. Pricing Table

PRICING BID TABLE MUST BE COMPLETED IN BONFIRE

https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/235412

Failure to complete the Pricing Table in Bonfire may result in the disqualification of the response. Vendors in addition to the Bid Table, must also submit a vendor letterhead quote.

Line No. Class and Item code, Description, Part Number NIGP Qty Unit

Trooper APC (Advanced Plate Carrier) no soft armor, panel included, OD Green (Camo 483), One Size

Product Number: APC-OD-OSFA

680/08 3 EA

3" x 10" Nylon ID Placard (Custom NAME)- OD Green (Camo 483) w/White letters STATE

POLICE

Product Number: ID-CUSTOM-310-OD-WH

680/08 6 EA

Guardian RSTP Rifle Armor, Level III+ ICW NIJ Certified IIIA Armor, NVLAP accredited lab tested to meet NIJ 0101.06 modified, size: 10x12 SCMC

Product Number: RSTP-MC-SC-1012

680/08 84 EA

SA3920 Level IIIA NIJ 0101.06 soft armor panels (set), type: APC, size: One Size

Product Number: SA3920-APC-OSFA

680/08 42 EA

SA3920 Level IIIA NIJ 0101.06 soft armor panels (set), type: CUMMERBUND, size:

Custom

Product Number: SA3920-CMB-CF

680/08 42 EA

6. Evaluation Criteria

Evaluation of Bids will begin as soon as practical after receipt. Bids that are responsive to the IFB will be evaluated using the following criteria:

• Price and Availability

• Compliance with OAG Terms and Conditions

• Acceptance and response to IFB Specifications

• Bidder’s Qualifications, Experience, and Past Performance

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7. Award The OAG has sole discretion and the absolute right to reject any and all offers, terminate, amend, or re-issue this IFB. The OAG reserves the right to remedy technical errors in the IFB process, waive any informalities and irregularities relating to any or all offers, and qualifications submitted in response to this request, and to negotiate modifications necessary to improve the quality or cost effectiveness of services resulting from this IFB. The issuance of this IFB does not constitute a commitment by the OAG to award any contract. The OAG intends to use any material provided in response to this IFB as a means of identifying, selecting, and contracting with an entity offering the best value to the OAG.

7.1 Partial Award

The OAG reserves the right to make a partial award to a vendor, including some, but not all, of the services and deliverables.

7.2 No Guarantee of Quantity or Service Volume

Quantities listed are projected order quantities. OAG reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities prior to award depending on bid results and budget constraints.

8. Insurance

Unless otherwise specified in this Contract, OAG’s Standard Terms and Conditions or any other exhibit or attachment Contractor will acquire and maintain, for the duration of this Contract, insurance coverage necessary to ensure this Contract’s proper performance and cover any potential liabilities with financially sound and reputable insurers licensed by the Texas Department of Insurance, in the type and amount customarily carried within the industry or as determined by OAG. Contractor will provide evidence of insurance upon request by OAG. If any policy is determined by OAG to be deficient and does not comply with the terms of this Contract, Contractor will secure such additional coverage as required by OAG, law, regulation, or customary practice. If coverage expires during the term of this Contract, Contractor must produce renewal certificates for each type of coverage.

9. Authority

This procurement shall be conducted in accordance with the State Purchasing and General Services Act (Title 10, Subtitle D, and Chapters 2151 through 2176, Texas Government Code) and the rules of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (TCPA) Statewide Procurement Division, including, but not limited to, procedures prescribed by the division.

Any amendment to this procurement solicitation will be posted as an addendum on the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD). It is the responsibility of interested parties to periodically check ESBD for updates to the procurement before submitting a bid. A Bidder’s failure to periodically check ESBD will in no way release selected Bidder from “addenda or additional information” resulting in additional costs to meet the requirements of the IFB.

The complete contract governing this procurement will consist of the provisions in this IFB, including any attachments and supplements, the vendor's bid response, and the Purchase Order (PO), including any addenda issued by the OAG. The provisions of this IFB and those of the PO shall control in the case of any conflict with any of the provisions in the vendor’s bid response, except as otherwise noted on the PO. Bidder shall provide, in its bid response, any proposed agreements that the vendor intends to be part of the contract award.

The OAG may agree to, amend, or reject all or any part of such agreement if doing so would be in the State’s and the OAG’s best interest. The OAG will not sign form contracts. The OAG will not be bound by any Bidder limitation of liability.

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10. Recycled Material Questionnaire

NOTE: Vendor must indicate whether products listed contain recycled material and must check below if preferences are being claimed under Texas Administrative Code, Title 34, Part 1, Chapter 20, Subchapter D, Division 2, Rule 20.306:

Supplies, materials, or equipment: Produced in Texas/offered by Texas Vendors Agricultural products produced or grown in Texas Agricultural products and services offered by Texas Vendors Products offered by a Texas Bidder owned by a Texas resident service-disabled veteran USA Produced supplies, materials, or equipment Products of persons with mental or physical disabilities Products made of recycled, re-manufactured, or environmentally sensitive materials including recycled steel Energy efficient products Rubberized asphalt paving material Recycled motor oil and lubricants Products produced at facilities located on formerly contaminated property Products and services from economically depressed or blighted areas Vendors that meet or exceed air quality standards Recycled or Reused Computer Equipment of Other Manufacturers Foods of Higher Nutritional Value

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11. Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) Statement

Bidder must answer the following questions:

If an award is issued, do you plan to utilize a subcontractor or supplier for any portion of the contract?

____ Yes ____ No

If yes, what percentage of the total award would be subcontracted or supplied by VetHUBs?

If you will be subcontracting any portion of the work of this contract with a State of Texas VetHUB certified vendor, please identify the subcontractor’s contact information and FEIN below (attach an additional sheet if needed):

Work to be Subcontracted: ____________________________________________________________________ Subcontractor Name: ________________________________________________________________________ FEIN: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ Phone/Fax: ________________________________________________________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________________________________________

If no, explain below or on a separate document why no subcontracting opportunities are available or what efforts were made to subcontract part of this project.

Are you certified as a Texas VetHUB?

___ Yes ___ No

12. OAG Terms and Conditions

See Attachment 1 OAG Terms and Conditions for this IFB.