SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS-BALLISTIC PLATE BACKER SET-14 JUNE 2024.pdf

SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS

BALLISTIC PLATE BACKER SET

ESAPI SHAPE REQUIRED

Outside-facing surface constructed of Mil Spec Cordura (1000 Denier MIL-SPEC CORDURA® nylon is the industry-leading choice for a variety of heavy-duty applications such as outdoor gear, luggage, military gear, upholstery, and sport/duffel bags.)

Soft Body Armor will have inside-facing surface that is padded and channeled to allow comfort and breathability and must be made of constructed antimicrobial and flame-resistant mesh material. (Antimicrobial products kill or slow the spread of microorganisms. Microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, protozoans, and fungi such as mold and mildew). (FRC, or flame-resistant clothing, are garments specifically manufactured with built-in flame-resistant fabrics that do not catch fire in the event of extreme heat exposure).

Packaged with NIJ-cer�fied Level IIIA ballis�c inserts (so� armor).

Shall have female design which accommodates natural female shape and body structure without compromising full range of mo�on, support, or excessive breast �ssue compression.

Full torso coverage without compromise to full range of mo�on and be available in sizing ranging from 383cm2/150in2 to 833cm2/328in2.

Enhanced Small Arms Protec�ve Inserts (E-SAPI) on front and back of the carrier simultaneously with so� armor, increasing protec�on level to NIJ-cer�fied Type

IV.

Contain hard plate pockets on the outside por�on of the carrier shell to increase comfort. Addi�onally, pockets must conform to the shape of the E-SAPI plate to prevent side spall, movement, or movement without compromising range of mo�on, comfort, ergonomics, or performance.

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Feature single-hand opera�on release system for rapid removal via a quick release mechanism releasing at the shoulders and cummerbund. Must have buckles at detach points located at each shoulder and each side of the waist.

Detach points must be thoroughly secured/housed to prevent inadvertent release.

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U�lize cummerbund adjustment and adjustment area must be covered (i.e., lace or Velcro adjustment on the rear of the vest covered by exterior panel).

Be constructed of s�tching and material s�tched to reduce snag hazards, ensure durability, and prolong serviceability.

Contain woven and dyed materials turned under, heat-sealed and/or bound with binding tape to prevent defects that affect performance or durability.

Tac�cal Black

Fade/scratch resistant, water resistant and hand washable.

Cummerbund adjustment with covered adjustment areas, or for Pouch Atachment Ladder System (PALS) webbing with reinforced s�tching.

Consist of Thread ends trimmed to 1/16 inch maximum.

Be treated for Near Infrared spectral Reflectance (NIR). (NOTE: Tac�cal Black is exempt from NIR capabili�es.)

Include low profile shoulder straps with op�onal shoulder pad accessory.

Be compliant with DFARS 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities (Berry Amendment) ( (a) Definitions. As used in this clause— “Component” means any item supplied to the Government as part of an end product or of another component.

“End product” means supplies delivered under a line item of this contract.

"Qualifying country" means a country with a reciprocal defense procurement memorandum of understanding or international agreement with the United States in which both countries agree to remove barriers to purchases of supplies produced in the other country or services performed by sources of the other country, and the memorandum or agreement complies, where applicable, with the requirements of section 36 of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2776) and with 10 U.S.C. 2457. Accordingly, the following are qualifying countries:

MIL-SPEC version is 100% Made in USA and fully Berry Compliant.

Level IIIA-3: offers must be able to resist 9mm and 44 Magnum ammuni�on. Level IIIa must be able to resists rifle rounds, specifically 7.72mm FMJ lead core rifle rounds.

Level IIIa armor is designed to stop 44 Magnum bullets. Level IIIA-3 armor typically protects the wearer from some heavy-duty guns. Some Level IIIa armor can actually reduce the risk of knife and spike injuries.

MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING CODE:

THREAT LEVEL IIIA-3 nothing else will meet the standards of the USA Airforce.

MUST BE ESAPI SHAPED. See pictures below. Last page shows the ESAPI Shape required.

Features:

The standard required is NIJ-0101.06. This is considered the minimum requirement.

The model number under no circumstances must be CIIIA-3. This is the only model we will accept.

We are required by regulation to have this model and must be on the data attached to the ESAPI plate.

The series is called C-Series. Nothing else will work.

The weight of each plate should not exceed 1.42 LBS. It cannot exceed 2.0LBS for sure.

The material used should be at a minimum Woven Aramid and UD Polyethylene.

The covering of the en�re ESAPI plate should be a Nylon type of material is possible.

This so� plate must be BERRY COMPLIANT, also must be made in USA.

IMAGE OF THE CUT STYLE REQUIRED Minimum Requirement of pictures below (Must be this shape (ESAPI)

This picture above must have LEVEL IIIa3 on the white data sheet

DAVID J. MURTHA

GS-09, USAF

28TH SFS Resource Advisor